Baked Lime Salmon

Rub, baste, bake is all it takes to make this baked lime salmon recipe. An easy salmon dinner that’s beyond delicious – the rub is made with spices that not only add flavor, but also, bring out this stunning bright color! And the honey-lime on top adds some buttery bright sweetness to the salmon making it even more special.

Oi Gente!

Aren’t dishes that we can make for BOTH, special occasions and easy weeknight meals just the absolute best? Seriously, they’re so much easier on my brain!

Besides, it just makes sense to have these recipes you can dress up and down bookmarked and ready when you need them.

That’s why I love this baked lime salmon recipe so much.

I make it nearly on a weekly basis for midweek dinners, AND this is also what I serve when a dinner party sneaks up on me and I didn’t really plan for it.

It’s the best!

This recipe pairs wonderfully with pretty much any side dish, but I love serving it with some arugula quinoa salad, or this instant pot brown rice and Brazilian Salsa or some vegan black beans for a healthy dinner option.

Tips for How to Make Baked Lime Salmon

Prepare your pan. Line your baking sheet with aluminum foil, this makes it a breeze when it comes to clean up time!

Get the rub on. In a small bowl, combine all of the seasonings and then rub the salmon on both sides. Place the salmon on the prepared baking sheet and then set it aside while you proceed with the other steps.

Get the oven ready! In this recipe we we want to first rub the salmon with the spices, and then turn the oven on. This allows the salmon to sit a few minutes with the rub while the oven gets to the right temperature.

Then, you’re ready to move the rack to the middle of the oven to make sure your lime salmon bakes evenly, and can preheat the oven to 375 degrees F.

Melt the butter. While the oven is preheating, melt the butter with the garlic in a small microwave safe bowl for about 10-20 seconds.

All about that baste. Add in the honey, the cilantro, and the lime juice and zest to the melted butter. Whisk it all together and then brush or spoon over all that deliciousness on both sides of the salmon.

Make a foil boat. Roll up (or fold up) the sides of the aluminum foil around the salmon to make it into a little boat. Pour any remaining honey butter mixture on top.

Bake. Bake your salmon until it’s completely cooked through. This takes about 15-20 minutes depending on how thick your salmon fillet is, and how “done” you like it.

Serve. Add the remaining cilantro and some decorative lime slices and serve your delicious baked lime salmon.

Baked Lime Salmon FAQ:

How Do You Tell When Salmon is Done Cooking?

Salmon changes from looking orange to looking pink as it bakes.

After your salmon has baked for serval minutes, remove it from the oven, and place a fork in the layers of the pink part of the salmon.

It should flake easily if it’s finished baking.

Do You Eat the Skin on Salmon?

Salmon skin is completely safe to eat, but not many people can get past the texture and fishier taste. That said, taste it, and if you like it, eat up!

There are a lot of nutrients in salmon skin making it a great addition to your diet.

Should You Eat the Gray Part of a Salmon?

That gray layer between the skin and the pink is a very healthy layer of heart healthy omega 3 fatty acids.

It’s also sometimes a bit intense with the fishy flavor so some people don’t like eating it. With this well seasoned lime salmon, that shouldn’t be an issue. You’re going to want to eat every. last. bite!

What to serve with your Baked Lime Salmon

• Brazilian Carrot Rice
• Instant Pot Garilc Mashed Potatoes
• Air Fryer Broccolini
• Air Fryer Butternut Squash
• Pesto Pasta Recipe
• Black Eyed Peas Salad
• Herbed Couscous Recipe
• Warm Kale Salad Recipe
• Instant Pot Lentils

Other Seafood Recipes to try

• Sausage and Shrimp Pasta
• Bobo de Camarao – Brazilian Shrimp Stew
• Skillet Shrimp
• Pastinha de Atum – Tuna Dip Recipe

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