Moroccan Salmon
A simple yet flavorful dish that combines the earthy notes of cumin and coriander with the sweetness of cinnamon, all while infused with the freshness of lemon.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Moroccan
- Diet: Paleo
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 salmon fillets
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 teaspoons ground cumin
- 2 teaspoons ground coriander
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1 teaspoon cinnamon
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 lemon, sliced
- Fresh cilantro for garnish
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
- In a small bowl, mix together the olive oil, cumin, coriander, paprika, cinnamon, salt, and pepper.
- Rub the spice mixture generously onto each salmon fillet.
- Place the seasoned salmon fillets in a baking dish and top each one with slices of lemon.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 15-20 minutes, or until the salmon is cooked through and flakes easily with a fork.
- Garnish with fresh cilantro before serving.
Notes
Serve with couscous, quinoa, or a fresh salad. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 18g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 5g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
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