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Oven Baked Blackened Salmon

Healthy Blackened Salmon

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Lightly smoky and savory, Oven Baked Blackened Salmon is an easy dinner that’s ready in just 15 minutes. A simple mix of herbs and Cajun-style spices gives the salmon plenty of flavor without making it too hot.

  • Author: Jessica
  • Prep Time: 5 mins
  • Cook Time: 10 mins
  • Total Time: 15 mins
  • Yield: 4 1x
  • Category: Dinner
  • Method: Bake
  • Cuisine: American/Canadian

Ingredients

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  • 1 pound salmon fillets
  • 1/2 tablespoon smoked paprika
  • 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon thyme, dried
  • 1/2 teaspoon parsley, dried
  • 1/2 teaspoon oregano, dried
  • 1/4 teaspoon cayenne
  • 1/4 teaspoon pepper

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 425°F (220°C).
  2. In a small bowl, combine smoked paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, dried thyme, dried parsley, dried oregano, cayenne, and pepper to make the dry rub. 
  3. Place the salmon fillets on a parchment-lined baking sheet. Evenly spoon the dry rub over the salmon fillets.
  4. Bake for 10 to 12 minutes, or until the salmon reaches an internal temperature of 145°F (63°C).

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 piece
  • Calories: 218.8kcal
  • Sugar: 0.15g
  • Sodium: 346.39mg
  • Fat: 13.47g
  • Saturated Fat: 2.14g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 6.48g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 1.15g
  • Fiber: 0.33g
  • Protein: 23.27g
  • Cholesterol: 69.17mg

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