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flaked up cilantro lime salmon on a baking sheet.
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Cilantro Lime Salmon

This Cilantro Lime Salmon is a super fresh, lean, low calorie dinner perfect for any night of the week. We're talking bright lime, super fresh cilantro, a sweet buttery honey sauce, with a flavorful rub. All served atop some super juicy, mild salmon, this dish will have you in a tropical state of mind soon enough!
Prep Time5 minutes
Cook Time25 minutes
Total Time30 minutes
Course: Dinner, Lunch
Cuisine: American
Keyword: cilantro lime salmon
Servings: 4
Calories: 469kcal
Author: Joanna Cismaru

Equipment

Ingredients

  • 1 lime cut into slices
  • 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • 1 teaspoon chili powder
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • ½ teaspoon pepper
  • ¼ cup butter unsalted, melted
  • juice of 2 limes
  • 2 tablespoons honey
  • 4 cloves garlic minced
  • 2 pounds salmon 1 large fillet
  • ¼ cup fresh cilantro chopped
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Instructions

  • Preheat the oven to 350℉. Line a baking sheet with aluminum foil. Place the lime slices on the bottom of the sheet in a long line, we will place the salmon over this.
  • In a small bowl whisk together the paprika, chili powder, salt and pepper. In another bowl, stir together butter, lime juice, honey, and garlic. 
    process shots showing how to make cilantro lime salmon.
  • Rub the salmon on both sides with the dry rub then lay it over the lime slices on the baking sheet. Pour the honey/lime sauce evenly over the salmon. Fold the sides of foil up over the salmon, we don't want to cover the salmon just keep the sauce from spilling over.
    process shots showing how to make cilantro lime salmon.
  • Transfer the baking sheet to the oven and bake for 15-20 minutes. Switch oven to broil and cook another 5 minutes. Garnish with chopped cilantro over the top and serve.
    process shots showing how to make cilantro lime salmon.

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Notes

  1. Spice Levels: If you're not a fan of heat, feel free to reduce or omit the chili powder.
  2. Lime Substitution: If limes aren't available, try substituting with lemons for a slightly different, but still delicious, flavor profile.
  3. Serving Suggestions: This salmon is great served over a bed of rice, quinoa, or alongside a fresh salad.
  4. Reheating: If you end up with leftovers, gently reheat the salmon in the oven or microwave to prevent it from drying out.

Nutrition

Serving: 1serving | Calories: 469kcal | Carbohydrates: 12g | Protein: 46g | Fat: 26g | Saturated Fat: 10g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 6g | Monounsaturated Fat: 8g | Trans Fat: 0.5g | Cholesterol: 155mg | Sodium: 402mg | Potassium: 1179mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 9g | Vitamin A: 917IU | Vitamin C: 6mg | Calcium: 47mg | Iron: 2mg