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Chipotle Salmon with Orange Salsa and Aji Verde

Flavor-Packed Chipotle Salmon with Orange Salsa and Aji Verde

This Chipotle Salmon with Orange Salsa and Aji Verde is a delicious escape from the routine of weeknight dinners.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 12 minutes
Total Time 27 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Mexican
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Salmon
  • 4 fillets Salmon skin side down when cooking
  • 2 tablespoons Chipotle Powder or smoked paprika for a milder alternative
  • 1 tablespoon Brown Sugar or coconut sugar as a substitute
For the Orange Salsa
  • 2 medium Oranges diced
  • 1 small Jalapeno finely chopped; omit for milder salsa
  • 1/4 cup Cilantro chopped
  • 1 cup Red Cabbage finely shredded
For the Aji Verde
  • 2 cloves Garlic or garlic powder as a substitute
  • 1/2 cup Mayonnaise or Greek yogurt for a lighter version
  • 2 tablespoons Lime Juice adjust to taste

Equipment

  • Oven
  • baking sheet
  • parchment paper
  • medium bowl
  • food processor

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Prepare your baking sheet with parchment paper or grease it to prevent sticking.
  2. Mix together chipotle powder, brown sugar, and salt in a bowl. Coat the salmon fillets with this mixture and place skin side down on the baking sheet.
  3. Bake the salmon for 10 to 12 minutes until it flakes easily with a fork.
  4. In a bowl, combine diced oranges, finely chopped jalapeño, cilantro, and lime juice to prepare the Orange Salsa.
  5. Blend mayonnaise, cilantro, garlic, lime juice, and jalapeño in a food processor until smooth to make the Aji Verde.
  6. Serve the cooked salmon over rice or salad, topped with Orange Salsa and Aji Verde.

Nutrition

Serving: 1filletCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 12gProtein: 30gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 4gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 500mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 2gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 40mgCalcium: 30mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Monitor the salmon closely during baking to avoid overcooking. Consider prepping the salsa and Aji Verde ahead of time for enhanced flavors.

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