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Baked Salmon With Honey Lime And Cilantro

A quick and flavorful salmon dish featuring a honey lime marinade that transforms simple salmon fillets into a delicious meal.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: American
Calories: 450
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Marinade and Salmon
  • 4 fillets fresh or thawed salmon fillets
  • 3 tablespoons honey
  • 2 limes (juiced and zested)
  • 1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
  • Salt and pepper to taste
For Serving
  • 2 cups cooked rice (jasmine or basmati preferred)
  • 1 diced avocado
  • Additional fresh cilantro for garnish

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
  2. In a small bowl, combine honey, lime juice, lime zest, chopped cilantro, salt, and black pepper. Whisk until uniform.
  3. Place salmon fillets in a baking dish and pour marinade over them, ensuring they are well-coated. Let marinate for 5 to 10 minutes.
Baking
  1. Bake salmon in the preheated oven for 15 to 20 minutes, depending on fillet thickness.
  2. Check for doneness by ensuring the salmon flakes easily with a fork.
Serving
  1. Serve the baked salmon over rice, spooning any extra marinade from the baking dish on top.
  2. Top with diced avocado and garnish with additional cilantro.

Notes

For best results, use fresh salmon and avoid covering the dish during baking. Pair with sides like roasted vegetables or salads for a complete meal.