Baked Steelhead Trout Salmon with Apricot Salsa

Delight your taste buds with this vibrant Baked Steelhead Trout Salmon with Apricot Salsa, a dish that blends simplicity with bold, fresh flavors. Perfectly roasted steelhead trout salmon, tender and flaky, is infused with a zesty garlic-lemon marinade, creating a beautifully savory base. The magic is in the sweet and tangy apricot salsa—featuring juicy sweet apricots, crisp red bell pepper, and a hint of heat from minced jalapeño, all brought together with lime juice and a touch of honey. Ready in just 35 minutes, this recipe is not only quick and easy but also a healthy, colorful dinner option that’s perfect for impressing guests or elevating weeknight meals. Serve it alongside a light salad or roasted vegetables for a meal that brims with freshness and flair!

Nutriscore Rating: 74/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:20 mins

Total Time:35 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 2 lbs Steelhead trout salmon fillet
• 2 tbsp Olive oil
• 2 Garlic cloves, minced
• 2 tbsp Lemon juice
• 1 tsp Salt
• 0.5 tsp Black pepper
• 1.5 cups Sweet apricots, diced
• 0.5 cup Red bell pepper, diced
• 0.25 cup Red onion, finely diced
• 1 Jalapeño, finely minced
• 2 tbsp Cilantro, chopped
• 2 tbsp Lime juice
• 1 tsp Honey

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or lightly grease it with olive oil.

Step 2

Place the steelhead trout salmon fillet on the prepared baking sheet, skin-side down.

Step 3

In a small bowl, mix together 2 tablespoons of olive oil, minced garlic, 2 tablespoons of lemon juice, salt, and black pepper.

Step 4

Brush the mixture evenly over the fillet, ensuring it is fully coated with the marinade.

Step 5

Bake the salmon in the preheated oven for 18-20 minutes, or until the fish flakes easily with a fork and is cooked through.

Step 6

While the salmon is baking, prepare the apricot salsa. In a medium bowl, combine diced apricots, red bell pepper, red onion, jalapeño, and chopped cilantro.

Step 7

Add 2 tablespoons of lime juice and 1 teaspoon of honey to the salsa mixture. Stir well to combine and adjust seasoning to taste.

Step 8

Once the salmon is fully cooked, remove it from the oven and let it rest for 2-3 minutes.

Step 9

Spoon the fresh apricot salsa generously over the salmon fillet or serve it on the side.

Step 10

Garnish with extra cilantro if desired and serve immediately. Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1459.0g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1335.2

Total Fat 47.1g	0%
Saturated Fat 13.7g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.0g
Cholesterol 453.6mg	0%
Sodium 2825.7mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 59.3g	0%
Dietary Fiber 9.7g	0%
Total Sugars 40.9g
Protein 188.0g	0%

Vitamin D 4082.3IU	0%
Calcium 267.8mg	0%
Iron 6.8mg	0%
Potassium 4370.1mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 30.0%

Protein: 53.2%

Carbs: 16.8%