Low Fat Salted Salmon

Indulge in the simple yet flavorful delight of Low Fat Salted Salmon, a healthy and elegant recipe perfect for seafood lovers seeking a lighter option. This dish highlights the rich, natural taste of fresh salmon, gently seasoned with coarse sea salt and freshly ground black pepper. Each fillet is topped with vibrant lemon slices and fragrant sprigs of fresh dill, then oven-baked to tender perfection with minimal oil thanks to a light olive oil cooking spray. A quick ice bath at the end ensures the fillets remain firm and moist. Ready in just 30 minutes, this easy, low-fat preparation is ideal for weeknight dinners or elegant entertaining. Pair it with a crisp green salad or steamed vegetables for a balanced and refreshing meal. Keywords: low fat salmon recipe, baked salted salmon, healthy seafood recipes.

Nutriscore Rating: 62/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:15 mins

Total Time:30 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 4 pieces (6 oz each) Fresh salmon fillets
• 2 tablespoons Coarse sea salt
• 1 teaspoon Freshly ground black pepper
• 1 whole lemon Lemon slices
• 4 sprigs Fresh dill
• 1 as needed Olive oil cooking spray
• 2 cups Water
• 1 cup Ice cubes

Directions

Step 1

Start by preparing the salmon fillets. Rinse them under cold water and pat dry with paper towels.

Step 2

In a shallow dish, spread the sea salt evenly.

Step 3

Coat each fillet by pressing both sides into the sea salt. Allow the salted fillets to rest at room temperature for 10 minutes to absorb the salt.

Step 4

Rinse the excess salt from the fillets gently with cold water and pat them dry.

Step 5

Season the salmon with freshly ground black pepper.

Step 6

Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Position a rack in the middle of the oven.

Step 7

Line a baking sheet with parchment paper. Lightly spray it with olive oil cooking spray.

Step 8

Place the salmon fillets on the prepared baking sheet, skin-side down.

Step 9

Place a slice of lemon and a sprig of dill on top of each fillet.

Step 10

Bake in the preheated oven for about 12-15 minutes, or until the salmon is just cooked through and flakes easily with a fork.

Step 11

While the salmon is baking, prepare an ice water bath by combining 2 cups of water with ice cubes in a large bowl.

Step 12

Once the salmon is done, carefully remove it from the oven and transfer it to the ice water bath briefly (10-15 seconds) to stop the cooking process and firm the flesh.

Step 13

Remove from the water bath and gently pat dry with a clean paper towel.

Step 14

Serve immediately with fresh lemon slices and additional dill if desired.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1494.9g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1262.5

Total Fat 53.3g	0%
Saturated Fat 13.8g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0g
Cholesterol 415.3mg	0%
Sodium 12038.0mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 7.2g	0%
Dietary Fiber 2.4g	0%
Total Sugars 1.4g
Protein 173.3g	0%

Vitamin D 2518.3IU	0%
Calcium 152.1mg	0%
Iron 5.0mg	0%
Potassium 2302.0mg	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: 39.9%

Protein: 57.7%

Carbs: 2.4%