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Oven Baked Chili Lime Salmon

Oven Baked Chili Lime Salmon That Melts in Your Mouth

This Oven Baked Chili Lime Salmon recipe delivers a zesty flavor explosion in just 25 minutes, perfect for healthy weeknight dinners.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Mediterranean
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Marinade
  • 2 tablespoons Lime Juice Can substitute with lemon juice
  • 1 tablespoon Honey Maple syrup for vegan option
  • 2 cloves Garlic Minced, fresh preferred
  • 1 teaspoon Salt Kosher or sea salt recommended
  • 1 teaspoon Cumin Powder Optional
  • 1 teaspoon Chili Powder Adjust to spice tolerance
  • 1 tablespoon Lime Zest Can substitute with lemon zest
For the Salmon
  • 4 fillets Salmon Fillets Fresh for best taste
  • 2 tablespoons Butter Can swap with olive oil

Equipment

  • Oven
  • Aluminum foil
  • Baking sheet
  • Saucepan
  • whisk

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. Line a large piece of aluminum foil on a baking sheet and place the salmon fillet skin-side down in the center.
  3. In a small saucepan over low heat, combine lime juice, honey, minced garlic, and salt. Stir gently for about 2-3 minutes.
  4. Remove the saucepan from heat and add cold butter to the warm marinade. Whisk until melted.
  5. Pour the marinade over the salmon fillet, coat evenly, and sprinkle with cumin, chili powder, and lime zest.
  6. Fold the foil edges over salmon carefully to create a snug pouch.
  7. Bake for 15-20 minutes until it flakes easily and appears slightly translucent in the center.
  8. Open the foil pouch carefully and serve immediately, alongside quinoa, rice, or a fresh salad.

Nutrition

Serving: 1filletCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 12gProtein: 30gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 7gPolyunsaturated Fat: 3gMonounsaturated Fat: 6gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 300mgPotassium: 800mgFiber: 2gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 30mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Avoid overcooking the salmon to retain moisture and flavor. Store leftovers properly in an airtight container.

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