Savor the Heat: Spanish-Style Spicy Salmon Delight

Experience vibrant flavors with Spanish-Style Spicy Salmon, a quick and healthy dish that captures the essence of Mediterranean cuisine.

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Prep Time 5

Cook Time 20

Total Time 25

Servings: 4 fillets

Course: Dinner

Cuisine: Mediterranean

Calories: 300

Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients

For the Salmon

4 fillets Salmon Fillet Offering rich flavor and beneficial omega-3 fatty acids.
2 tablespoons Extra Virgin Olive Oil Provides moisture and enhances flavor.
to taste Salt Essential for enhancing all flavors.

For the Citrus

2 oranges Oranges Adds a burst of brightness and acidity.

For the Spice Rub

1 teaspoon Cayenne Pepper Adjust the amount to suit your spice level.
1 tablespoon Sweet Spanish Paprika Imparts warmth and sweetness.
1/2 teaspoon Ground White Pepper Adds subtle depth.
1 tablespoon Brown Sugar Balances the heat.

For Garnish

1/4 cup Cilantro Adds freshness to your dish.

Equipment

Baking tray
mixing bowl
Whisk or fork

Method

Instructions

Preheat your oven to 200°C (400°F). Prepare your workspace with all ingredients ready.
In a mixing bowl, combine sweet paprika, cayenne pepper, and ground white pepper.
Drizzle olive oil into a baking tray, then layer half of the orange rounds at the bottom.
Place the salmon fillets skin-side down on the orange rounds. Drizzle with olive oil and rub the spice mixture over each fillet.
Sprinkle brown sugar over the salmon. Drizzle with more olive oil and season with salt.
Bake in the preheated oven for about 20 minutes, or until the salmon is opaque and flakes easily with a fork.
Let the salmon rest for a minute. Garnish with cilantro and a squeeze of orange juice before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1filletCalories: 300kcalCarbohydrates: 8gProtein: 30gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 5gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 60mgSodium: 300mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 1gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 7IUVitamin C: 40mgCalcium: 3mgIron: 5mg

Notes

Adjust cayenne for desired spice level. This dish fits well with a light salad or quinoa for a rounded Mediterranean meal.

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