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Crispy Caper Lemon Salmon

Crispy Caper Lemon Salmon is one of the best healthy salmon recipes. This lemon salmon is quick, easy and healthy! Crispy capers add texture sophistication to this easy weeknight meal.

Prep Time
5 mins
Cook Time
5 mins
Total Time
20 mins
Servings: 2
Calories: 169 kcal
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American

Ingredients

  • 8 ounce Salmon fillet
  • 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
  • Maldon sea salt & freshly ground pepper
  • 1/4 cup brined capers drained and rinsed
  • cooking spray

Instructions

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  1. Preheat oven to 350 degrees. Coat baking dish with cooking spray.
  2. Add salmon, cover with fresh lemon juice and season with Maldon sea salt and freshly ground pepper.
  3. Bake for 15-20 minutes. Cooking time will vary greatly depending on the thickness of the salmon.
  4. While salmon is cooking, lightly spray a small frying pan and heat to medium. Add capers. Saute for 3-5 minutes, or until capers start to crisp and brown. Remove from heat and salt aside until salmon is complete.
  5. Remove salmon, which should be a light pink and flake easily with a fork. Top with crispy capers and serve.
  6. If you've tried this recipe, come back and let us know how it was! 

Nutrition Information

Calories 169kcal (8%) Carbohydrates 2g (1%) Protein 23g (46%) Fat 7g (11%) Saturated Fat 1g (5%) Cholesterol 62mg (21%) Sodium 655mg (27%) Potassium 555mg (16%) Vitamin A 75IU (2%) Vitamin C 6.8mg (8%) Calcium 22mg (2%) Iron 1.3mg (7%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 2Serving

Amount Per Serving

Calories 169

% Daily Value*

Calories 169kcal 8%
Carbohydrates 2g 1%
Protein 23g 46%
Fat 7g 11%
Saturated Fat 1g 5%
Cholesterol 62mg 21%
Sodium 655mg 27%
Potassium 555mg 12%
Vitamin A 75IU 2%
Vitamin C 6.8mg 8%
Calcium 22mg 2%
Iron 1.3mg 7%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.