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15 Minute Smoked Paprika Salmon, Oven Baked and Easy

Mallory
This Smoked Paprika Salmon is so simple and it makes the most flaky, tender salmon with the perfect balance of sweet and smoky flavors! Restaurant quality salmon ready in 15 minutes at home. 👌🏼 Add it to salmon bowls or your favorite salad or serve it with your favorite side dishes for a complete meal.
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Prep Time 2 minutes
Cook Time 13 minutes
Course Dinner
Cuisine American
Servings 4 people
Calories 280 kcal

Equipment

Ingredients
  

  • 1 lb salmon fillet (I suggest using a center-cut fillet)
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 tablespoon brown sugar (or coconut sugar)
  • 1½ teaspoon smoked paprika
  • ½ teaspoon chili powder
  • ½ teaspoon garlic powder
  • ½ teaspoon coarse kosher salt (use ¼ teaspoon if using fine table salt), more to taste
  • ¼ teaspoon black pepper

Instructions
 

  • Preheat the oven to 400℉ (200°C). Prepare a baking sheet with parchment paper for easy clean-up. Spray with cooking spray.
  • Combine the brown sugar, smoked paprika, garlic powder, salt, and pepper in a small bowl.
  • Pat the salmon dry with a paper towel and then place salmon skin side down on the sheet pan. Coat the salmon in the olive oil and add the paprika mixture on top.
  • Rub top of salmon until the spice mix evenly coats the salmon. Bake 12-15 minutes until the fish flakes easily with a fork. Cook time will vary depending on the thickness of your salmon fillets. 

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Notes

Expert Tips
  • I usually use a one pound center cut salmon fillet which you can grab at the seafood counter if your grocery store has one. If not, smaller salmon fillets will work too! The seasoning amount is for 1 lb of salmon so if you have more or less, adjust accordingly. 😊
  • Take the salmon out of the fridge and let it sit at room temperature for 15-20 minutes before cooking it. This helps it cook more evenly from the inside.
  • Cook time will vary depending on the thickness of the fillet so be sure to watch it around 12 minutes and cook it to your preferred doneness.
Storage
  • Refrigerator - store leftover salmon in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Reheat on low in the air fryer or in the microwave.
Dietitian Tip
Salmon is a source of Omega-3 fatty acids which are essential to get from your diet. Omega-3s have been shown to help decrease inflammation in the body and can support brain health and hormone health. And salmon is a source of high-quality protein that helps keeps you full. Aim to eat 2 servings of salmon per week to meet your Omega-3 requirements! 
For more nutrition information and tips, visit mallorythedietitian.com. I hope you enjoy this recipe as much as I do! 😊 
 

Nutrition

Serving: 4ozCalories: 280kcalCarbohydrates: 3gProtein: 23gFat: 19gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 5gMonounsaturated Fat: 7gCholesterol: 62mgSodium: 440mgFiber: 0.5gSugar: 2g
Keyword 30 minutes or less, dairy free, gluten free, high-protein
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