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baked salmon topped with garlic lime mayo

Garlic Lime Salmon [baked with a spiced mayo spread]

This garlic lime salmon with a creamy spiced mayo is the perfect easy baked salmon recipe for a quick, flavorful weeknight dinner.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Course Main Course
Cuisine American, seafood
Servings 4
Calories 261 kcal

Ingredients
  

  • 1 lb salmon
  • 1 tsp dried oregano
  • 1 tsp paprika
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
  • 1/4 cup mayonnaise
  • 1/2 lime juiced

Instructions
 

  • Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment or lightly grease.
  • Make the spice rub – In a small bowl, mix oregano, paprika, and salt.
  • Season the salmon – Pat the salmon dry and rub the spice mixture evenly over the flesh.
  • Make the topping – In another bowl, mix mayonnaise, minced garlic, and lime juice until smooth.
  • Spread topping – Evenly spread the mayo mixture over the seasoned salmon.
  • Bake for 12–15 minutes, or until salmon flakes easily with a fork. Optional – Broil for 1–2 minutes for a golden crust.
  • Serve warm with your favorite sides.

Nutrition

Calories: 261kcalCarbohydrates: 1gProtein: 23gFat: 18gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 9gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gTrans Fat: 0.03gCholesterol: 68mgSodium: 430mgPotassium: 582mgFiber: 0.4gSugar: 0.2gVitamin A: 309IUVitamin C: 1mgCalcium: 27mgIron: 1mg
Keyword baked, fish, flaky, mayo, mayonnaise, salmon, seafood, spice rub
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