Description
Delicious spice rubbed salmon baked to perfection and topped with a fresh and zesty avocado salsa, making a healthy and flavorful main course perfect for any dinner.
Ingredients
Scale
Spice Rubbed Salmon:
- 1.5 pound salmon filet
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1/2 tablespoon honey
Avocado Salsa:
- 3 avocados, diced
- 1/3 cup fresh cilantro
- 1/2 tablespoon red wine vinegar
- 2 tablespoons lime juice
- 1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes
- 1 garlic clove, minced
- salt to taste
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 400°F to prepare for baking the salmon.
- Prepare Salmon: Pat the salmon filet dry with a paper towel to remove excess moisture for better seasoning adhesion.
- Mix Seasoning: In a small bowl, combine garlic powder, smoked paprika, ground cumin, salt, honey, and olive oil to create the spice rub.
- Rub Salmon: Apply the seasoning blend evenly on the flesh side of the salmon. Place the salmon on a baking sheet skin side down.
- Bake Salmon: Bake the salmon in the preheated oven for 12 minutes to cook through.
- Broil for Crispness: Turn on the broiler and place the salmon under it for 3 minutes or until the top is browned and crispy, watching carefully to prevent burning.
- Prepare Avocado Salsa: In a small bowl, gently mix diced avocados, fresh cilantro, red wine vinegar, lime juice, red pepper flakes, minced garlic, and salt to taste to make the salsa.
- Serve: Spoon the avocado salsa over the baked salmon and serve immediately for a fresh and flavorful dish.
Notes
- Use fresh salmon filet for the best flavor and texture.
- Adjust red pepper flakes in the salsa to control the heat level according to your preference.
- If you prefer, the salmon can be cooked entirely under the broiler, but keep a close eye to prevent burning.
- For a sweeter salsa, add a small drizzle of honey or agave syrup to the avocado mixture.
- Serve with a side of steamed vegetables or a light salad for a complete meal.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 350 kcal
- Sugar: 3 g
- Sodium: 300 mg
- Fat: 22 g
- Saturated Fat: 4 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 12 g
- Fiber: 7 g
- Protein: 30 g
- Cholesterol: 75 mg
