Brown Sugar Baked Salmon
Caramelized brown sugar crust, an ensemble of Italian seasonings, a hint of paprika, a dash of garlic, and just a touch of spice make this dish an experience for your tastebuds. An easy baked salmon recipe doesn’t get much easier than this!
Servings: 4 servings
Ingredients
- 4 center cut Salmon filets 6 oz each
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 tablespoon brown sugar
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasonings
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon ground pepper
- ½ teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
- 2 tablespoons parsley chopped
- Lemon wedges to serve
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F. Grease a baking tray with cooking spray or line it with parchment paper, then set it aside.
- Pat dry the salmon filets with a kitchen towel and place them on the prepared baking tray.
- Generously massage the salmon filets with olive oil on both sides.
- In a small bowl, combine the spices for the rub: brown sugar, Italian seasoning, paprika, garlic powder, salt, and ground pepper.
- Evenly sprinkle the spice rub over the salmon filets and place the baking tray in the preheated oven. Bake the salmon for 10-15 minutes or until it is cooked through and appears opaque.
- Once the salmon is cooked, transfer it to a serving plate and generously top with red pepper and chopped parsley.
- Serve the salmon with lemon wedges on the side and accompany it with a side of greens.
Notes
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- Use paper towels to pat the salmon filets dry before seasoning. This helps the seasonings adhere better and promotes a crispier exterior.
- For even more flavor, marinate the salmon in the olive oil, brown sugar, and seasonings for 15-30 minutes before baking. This allows the flavors to move through the fish.
- Ensure your oven is fully preheated before placing the salmon inside. This helps with even cooking and a nice crust.
- After baking, allow the salmon to rest for a couple of minutes before serving. This helps the juices redistribute for a juicier result.
Nutrition
Calories: 322kcal | Carbohydrates: 5g | Protein: 34g | Fat: 18g | Saturated Fat: 3g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 5g | Monounsaturated Fat: 9g | Cholesterol: 94mg | Sodium: 373mg | Potassium: 883mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 3g | Vitamin A: 567IU | Vitamin C: 3mg | Calcium: 38mg | Iron: 2mg