Cilantro Lime Salmon
Cilantro Lime Salmon is an easy baked salmon recipe featuring a fresh garlic cilantro sauce.Ready in about 30 minutes with simple, wholesome ingredients.Perfect for a healthy family dinner packed with fresh citrus flavor.
Ingredients
For the Salmon
- 2 pounds skinless salmon fillet
- Kosher salt
- Black pepper
- 1 large tomato sliced into rounds
- 1/2 lime sliced into rounds
For the Garlic Cilantro Sauce
- 4 to 6 garlic cloves chopped
- 1 bunch fresh cilantro roughly chopped
- 1/2 cup extra virgin olive oil
- Juice of 1 lime
- Kosher salt to taste
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 425°F (220°C). Lightly grease a baking dish with oil and place the salmon fillet inside. Let it sit at room temperature while preparing the sauce.
- In a small food processor, combine garlic, cilantro, olive oil, lime juice, and kosher salt. Blend until smooth and well combined.
- Season the salmon lightly with salt and black pepper.
- Spoon the garlic cilantro sauce generously over the salmon, spreading it evenly. Reserve a little sauce for serving.
- Arrange the tomato slices and lime slices over the top.
- Bake the Cilantro Lime Salmon in the upper half of the oven for about 8 minutes for a 1-inch thick fillet, or until it flakes easily with a fork. The internal temperature should reach 125–130°F.
- Remove from the oven, loosely cover with foil, and let rest for 5 to 8 minutes.
- Serve warm with the reserved garlic cilantro sauce.
Notes
- Cherry tomatoes may be substituted for sliced tomatoes.
- Parsley can replace cilantro if preferred.
- Add lemon slices for a citrus variation.
- Pair with couscous, rice pilaf, or a crisp green salad for a complete meal.