West Coast Dry Rub with Salmon

Elevate your seafood game with this irresistible West Coast Dry Rub with Salmon recipe, a vibrant, flavor-packed dish that’s ready in under 30 minutes! Featuring a bold blend of spices like smoked paprika, ground cumin, and dried herbs, as well as a hint of citrusy brightness from lemon zest, this dry rub creates a beautifully caramelized crust on tender salmon fillets. Whether grilled, baked, or broiled, the perfectly seasoned salmon is juicy, flaky, and bursting with smoky-sweet goodness. Ideal for weeknight dinners or special occasions, this easy salmon recipe pairs wonderfully with roasted vegetables, wild rice, or a crisp green salad. Bring the fresh tastes of the Pacific Northwest to your table with every bite!

Nutriscore Rating: 73/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:12 mins

Total Time:27 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 4 pieces (6 oz each) Salmon fillets
• 2 teaspoons Paprika
• 1 teaspoon Smoked paprika
• 1 teaspoon Ground cumin
• 1 tablespoon Brown sugar
• 1 teaspoon Kosher salt
• 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
• 1 teaspoon Garlic powder
• 1 teaspoon Onion powder
• 0.5 teaspoon Dried thyme
• 0.5 teaspoon Dried oregano
• 1 Zest of one lemon
• 2 tablespoons Olive oil

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your grill, oven, or broiler to medium-high heat (400°F if using an oven).

Step 2

In a small bowl, combine paprika, smoked paprika, ground cumin, brown sugar, kosher salt, black pepper, garlic powder, onion powder, dried thyme, dried oregano, and lemon zest. Mix well to create the dry rub.

Step 3

Pat the salmon fillets dry with paper towels. Brush each fillet with olive oil on both sides to help the dry rub adhere and prevent sticking during cooking.

Step 4

Generously coat each salmon fillet with the dry rub mixture, pressing it gently onto the fish to ensure even coverage.

Step 5

If grilling, place the salmon fillets skin-side down on the grill grates and cook for 6-7 minutes. Flip carefully and cook for an additional 4-5 minutes, or until the salmon is just cooked through and flakes easily with a fork.

Step 6

If using the oven, place the salmon fillets on a parchment-lined baking sheet and bake for 10-12 minutes, or until the salmon is cooked through and flakes easily. If broiling, keep the salmon fillets 6 inches from the heat source and broil for 8-10 minutes, checking frequently to prevent overcooking.

Step 7

Remove the salmon from heat and let it rest for 2 minutes before serving.

Step 8

Serve the salmon hot with your favorite sides, such as roasted vegetables, wild rice, or a fresh green salad.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(741.3g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1592.3

Total Fat 105.9g	0%
Saturated Fat 15.4g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.7g
Cholesterol 272.2mg	0%
Sodium 1150.4mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 20.0g	0%
Dietary Fiber 9.8g	0%
Total Sugars 9.7g
Protein 143.9g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 76.1mg	0%
Iron 8.1mg	0%
Potassium 295.1mg	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: 59.2%

Protein: 35.8%

Carbs: 5.0%