Baked Salmon with Cilantro and Lime
Elevate your weeknight dinners with this vibrant and healthy Baked Salmon with Cilantro and Lime recipe. Featuring tender salmon fillets marinated in a zesty blend of fresh lime juice, minced garlic, and a hint of cumin, this dish is bursting with bold flavors. Topped with fresh cilantro and baked to perfection, it’s a quick and easy meal ready in just 25 minutes, perfect for busy evenings. The optional touch of red pepper flakes adds a subtle heat, while lime zest brightens every bite. Serve with fluffy rice, quinoa, or a crisp green salad for a wholesome and satisfying meal. Ideal for those seeking nutritious, flavorful, and gluten-free dinner ideas!
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Ingredients
- 4 pieces (6 oz each) salmon fillets
- 2 whole lime
- 1 cup (chopped) fresh cilantro
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 3 cloves (minced) garlic cloves
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoons black pepper
- 0.25 teaspoons red pepper flakes (optional)
Directions
Step 1
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and line a baking dish with parchment paper or lightly grease it with olive oil.
Step 2
Pat the salmon fillets dry with paper towels and place them in the prepared baking dish, skin side down.
Step 3
Zest one of the limes and juice both limes into a small bowl. Set aside the zest and juice for the marinade.
Step 4
In the small bowl with the lime juice, whisk together olive oil, minced garlic, ground cumin, salt, black pepper, and red pepper flakes (if using).
Step 5
Pour the lime marinade evenly over the salmon fillets, ensuring they are well coated. Sprinkle the lime zest over the top.
Step 6
Roughly chop the cilantro and sprinkle it generously over the salmon fillets.
Step 7
Place the baking dish in the preheated oven and bake for 12-15 minutes, or until the salmon is opaque in the center and flakes easily with a fork.
Step 8
Remove the salmon from the oven and let it rest for 2 minutes before serving.
Step 9
Serve hot with additional cilantro and lime wedges if desired. This dish pairs well with rice, quinoa, or a fresh green salad.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (849.0g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 1321.8 |
| Total Fat 77.1g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 11.0g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 0.1g | |
| Cholesterol 272.2mg | 0% |
| Sodium 2921.0mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 19.3g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 10.5g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 2.4g | |
| Protein 144.0g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 97.8mg | 0% |
| Iron 7.3mg | 0% |
| Potassium 309.5mg | 0% |
Source of Calories