Spice Crusted Salmon with Lime Orange Salsa

Elevate your seafood game with this Spice Crusted Salmon with Lime Orange Salsa—a vibrant and flavorful dish that's as stunning as it is delicious. Succulent salmon fillets are seared to perfection with a bold crust of smoky paprika, earthy cumin, zesty coriander, and a hint of cayenne for a touch of heat. The star of the plate is the refreshing lime orange salsa, a zesty blend of sweet citrus, tangy lime, crisp red onion, and a kick of jalapeño, tied together with fragrant cilantro and a drizzle of honey. Ready in just 30 minutes, this recipe combines the warmth of bold spices with the brightness of fresh, fruity flavors for a perfect balance. Serve it with steamed rice or a light salad for a restaurant-quality meal that’s sure to impress on busy weeknights or special occasions alike.

Nutriscore Rating: 72/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:10 mins

Total Time:30 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 4 pieces (6 ounces each) salmon fillets
• 1 teaspoon ground cumin
• 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
• 1 teaspoon ground coriander
• 1 teaspoon garlic powder
• 0.5 teaspoon cayenne pepper
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 large (peeled and diced) orange
• 1 large (zested and juiced) lime
• 0.25 cup (finely diced) red onion
• 1 small (seeded and finely chopped) jalapeño
• 2 tablespoons (chopped) fresh cilantro
• 1 teaspoon honey
• 1 teaspoon (divided) salt
• 0.5 teaspoon black pepper

Directions

Step 1

Prepare the lime orange salsa: In a medium bowl, combine the diced orange, lime zest, lime juice, red onion, jalapeño, chopped cilantro, honey, and 0.25 teaspoon of salt. Mix well and set aside to let the flavors meld.

Step 2

Pat the salmon fillets dry with paper towels. In a small bowl, mix the ground cumin, smoked paprika, ground coriander, garlic powder, cayenne pepper, 0.5 teaspoon of salt, and black pepper to create a spice rub.

Step 3

Evenly coat the top side of each salmon fillet with the spice mixture, pressing it gently to adhere.

Step 4

Heat the olive oil in a large non-stick skillet over medium-high heat. Once the oil is hot, place the salmon fillets spice-side down in the skillet.

Step 5

Cook the salmon for 3-4 minutes on the spice side until a crust forms. Carefully flip the fillets and cook for another 3-4 minutes, or until the salmon is cooked to your desired level of doneness.

Step 6

Remove the salmon from the skillet and let it rest for 2 minutes.

Step 7

Serve the spice-crusted salmon warm, topped with the fresh lime orange salsa. Pair with steamed rice or a side salad for a complete meal.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1024.3g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1685.7

Total Fat 106.1g	0%
Saturated Fat 15.5g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.7g
Cholesterol 272.2mg	0%
Sodium 2927.5mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 44.3g	0%
Dietary Fiber 14.9g	0%
Total Sugars 23.8g
Protein 146.0g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 161.8mg	0%
Iron 8.4mg	0%
Potassium 646.5mg	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: 55.6%

Protein: 34.0%

Carbs: 10.3%