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Cilantro and Lime Salmon

[heart_this] · Jun 2, 2014 · 62 Comments

Cilantro and Lime Salmon

A quick and easy salmon fillet baked with a tasty cilantro and lime sauce.

I have been on a salmon kick lately and up next is this super quick, easy and tasty cilantro and lime salmon! Cilantro and lime has to be one of my favourite flavour combinations, which I use it on pretty much everything, and when I saw a similar recipe for a spicy garlic lime baked salmon on A Spicy Perspective I realized that it was past time that I gave salmon the cilantro and lime treatment! This recipe could not be easier, you simply make the sauce, spread it on the salmon and bake or grill it for 10 minutes and you are in cilantro and lime flavoured salmon heaven! The cilantro and lime sauce is basically the same as my cilantro and lime vinaigrette, which is amazing on pretty much everything, and it comes together in less than 5 minutes making this dish perfect for even the busiest of nights but it’s so good that it is sure to impress any dinner guests!

Cilantro and Lime Salmon

Cilantro and Lime Salmon

Cilantro and Lime Salmon

Prep Time: 5 minutes Cook Time: 10 minutes Total Time: 15 minutes Servings: 6

A quick and easy salmon fillet baked with a tasty cilantro and lime sauce.

ingredients
  • 2 tablespoons oil
  • 1 lime, juice and zest
  • 2 tablespoons cilantro, coarsely chopped
  • 1/2 jalapeno, coarsely chopped (optional)
  • 1 clove garlic, coarsely chopped
  • salt and pepper to taste
  • 2 pound salmon fillet
directions
  1. Puree the oil, lime, juice and zest, cilantro, jalapeno and garlic in a food processor until smooth.
  2. Place the salmon on foil on a baking sheet, pat dry, season with salt and pepper, spread on the cilantro and lime mixture and bake in a preheated 400F/200C oven (or barbecue) until just cooked, about 10-15 minutes.
Option: For One-Pan: Make this a one-pan meal by adding veggies to the foil parcel.
Option: Marinate the salmon in the cilantro and lime mixture for 30 minutes before baking.
Nutrition Facts: Calories 245, Fat 14g (Saturated 2g, Trans 0), Cholesterol 67mg, Sodium 67mg, Carbs 1.5g (Fiber 0, Sugars 0), Protein 30g

Nutrition by: Nutritional facts powered by Edamam
Use in:
Cilantro Lime Salmon Taquitos
Cilantro and Lime Fish Tacos

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Comments

  1. Tieghan says

    June 2, 2014 at 12:48 pm

    This looks awesome, Kevin! Love the flavor combo!

    Reply
  2. Julie @ Table for Two says

    June 2, 2014 at 12:55 pm

    Perfect grilling salmon!

    Reply
  3. Jenny says

    June 2, 2014 at 1:00 pm

    Great dinner recipe! Love salmon!!

    Reply
  4. Allie BakingAMoment says

    June 2, 2014 at 1:01 pm

    Sounds amazing and looks like it's perfectly cooked! I hate when salmon is all dried out and white-looking but yours is absolute perfection!

    Reply
  5. kevin says

    June 2, 2014 at 1:09 pm

    Allie BakingAMoment: It was so nice and juicy! I hate dried-out/overcooked salmon as well!

    Reply
  6. Catherine says

    June 2, 2014 at 2:09 pm

    A delicious recipe for my favorite fish! blessings, Catherine

    Reply
  7. Grandbabycakes says

    June 2, 2014 at 2:11 pm

    You do salmon on so right! Pinning!

    Reply
  8. Heather Christo says

    June 2, 2014 at 2:58 pm

    Gorgeous. I am making this for dinner this week- no question!

    Reply
  9. Matt Robinson says

    June 2, 2014 at 4:14 pm

    Perfect flavors in this salmon dish, Kevin. Love it!

    Reply
  10. naomi says

    June 2, 2014 at 4:18 pm

    I'm with you, lime and cilantro are a great flavor combo. I can't wait to try this.

    Reply
  11. Gwen says

    June 2, 2014 at 5:03 pm

    I've been on a salmon kick for about 20 years 😉 I've never made it this way tho. Sounds wonderful, we love cilantro lime!

    Reply
  12. Crystal S. | Apples & Sparkle says

    June 2, 2014 at 6:27 pm

    I was just saying last night that salmon has to be my very favorite fish! This recipe sounds so perfect, especially for summer! Thanks for posting!

    Reply
  13. Serena Bakes Simply From Scratch says

    June 2, 2014 at 6:31 pm

    Oh my goodness Kevin I've been on a Salmon kick too and I love the cilantro lime combo! Delicious!

    Reply
  14. Gaby says

    June 3, 2014 at 2:40 am

    Perfect summer flavor combination!

    Reply
  15. Sharlynn Ng says

    June 3, 2014 at 8:43 am

    Such an appetizing recipe! I love it!

    Reply
  16. Medeja says

    June 3, 2014 at 11:17 am

    Yummy! I can imagine the flavor 🙂 must try recipe.

    Reply
  17. Jeffrey Chen says

    June 3, 2014 at 12:33 pm

    I saw this on Sommer's blog too and now that you've made something similar, I've got to try it!

    Reply
  18. Marcie FlavortheMoments says

    June 3, 2014 at 2:12 pm

    I love all these flavors — this salmon looks incredible!

    Reply
  19. A SPICY PERSPECTIVE says

    June 4, 2014 at 12:00 am

    Yum! Can't wait to try your version. 🙂

    Reply
  20. Anonymous says

    June 4, 2014 at 2:15 am

    This was delish!!! I will definitely be making this again!!

    Reply
  21. Jean | DelightfulRepast.com says

    June 6, 2014 at 1:33 pm

    Kevin, I'm always on the lookout for new ways to cook salmon, and *this* looks wonderful!

    Reply
  22. Anonymous says

    June 18, 2014 at 1:21 pm

    I'm always looking for new ways to make salmon and this flavor combination is amazing! I can't wait to make this. It's the perfect summer food!

    Reply
  23. Hampton says

    August 13, 2014 at 2:28 am

    I made this tonight and will definitely make it again. Very tasty and bright flavors!

    Reply
  24. Ariette Coleman says

    September 1, 2014 at 6:02 am

    Thanks for posting this. I will surely make one this coming weekends. Keep it up. Will surely recommend your blog to my friends.

    Reply
  25. Kaylikorner says

    September 22, 2014 at 3:23 am

    This is definitely a new family favorite. Even the littlest one loved it!

    Reply
  26. Kaylikorner says

    September 22, 2014 at 3:24 am

    This is definitely a family favorite! Even the littlest one loved it!

    Reply
  27. Made in Sonoma says

    October 7, 2014 at 1:53 am

    Eating this right now for my Whole30 challenge and it's soooo tasty! Love it with a side of avocado and lots of grilled peppers and zucchini. We'll be making this one again and again.

    Reply
  28. kevin says

    October 7, 2014 at 11:20 am

    Made in Sonoma: I'm glad you enjoyed it! Avocados on the side would be perfect!

    Reply
  29. Kathi Kirk says

    January 20, 2015 at 5:55 pm

    Was looking for a new Salmon recipe and boom! Making this today!

    Reply
  30. musu Tyler says

    February 5, 2015 at 10:33 pm

    I never try salmon with cilantro before, but I love it.

    Reply
  31. Anonymous says

    March 18, 2015 at 7:29 pm

    My husband and I loved this recipe, thank you!!

    Reply
  32. Raleigh Kim says

    June 22, 2015 at 1:15 am

    Love, Love salmon and this sounds wonderful. Kevin- you are so talented and creative. Thank you for all your fabulous recipes.

    Reply
  33. Anonymous says

    August 11, 2015 at 2:03 pm

    Did you use the whole lime in the blender?

    Reply
  34. Anonymous says

    September 30, 2015 at 2:37 am

    Kevin, I just had to tell you how delicious this is. I made it for my husband and I and he just raved about it. It really enhanced the salmon without overpowering it. Thanks !! Suzanne

    Reply
  35. Ziva Sholin says

    January 3, 2016 at 2:57 am

    Vegetable oil or olive oil?

    Reply
  36. Anonymous says

    February 21, 2016 at 1:14 am

    This was so delicious! And so easy to make. Thanks for sharing.

    Reply
  37. Stephanie's Az Kitchen says

    April 23, 2016 at 12:23 am

    Making this for dinner tonight with some corn on the cob. Looks awesome. Love the small ingredient list. Perfect healthy full flavor dinner 🙂 And as always great pictures. They always make my mouth water.

    Reply
  38. Tina says

    November 19, 2016 at 4:01 pm

    I made this for dinner and even my teenage daughter loved it! Will be making this again!

    Reply
  39. kevin says

    November 19, 2016 at 8:47 pm

    Tina: I'm glad that you and your daughter enjoyed it!

    Reply
  40. Linda Helman says

    April 18, 2017 at 9:54 pm

    Looks wonderful! Do you seal the salmon inside the foil or bake it uncovered?

    Reply
  41. Deanna says

    April 18, 2017 at 10:34 pm

    I don't care for the flavor of cilantro. Might I substitute parsley, chopped broad leaf, instead? Would that affect the ultimate flavoring that much?

    Reply
  42. kevin says

    April 21, 2017 at 6:05 pm

    Linda Helman: You bake it uncovered; enjoy!

    Reply
  43. kevin says

    April 21, 2017 at 6:06 pm

    Deanna: You can change the herb but it will completely change the flavour of the salmon. I am thinking that a basil and lemon version with garlic and no jalapeno would also be good!

    Reply
  44. cris says

    November 8, 2017 at 1:09 am

    This salmon was delicious! I love everything cilantro lime! Great recipe!

    Reply
  45. Anonymous says

    February 12, 2018 at 12:30 am

    I always undercook or overcook my salmon, because the fillets are always very thin on one end and thick in the middle. Any tricks on how to make the whole filet perfectly cooked? Thanks

    Reply
  46. BionicLadyNow1 says

    March 19, 2018 at 11:21 pm

    I added a brick of cream cheese and 1 Tablespoon of Ranch Dressing Mix, otherwise way too bitter.

    Reply
  47. nonna23 says

    June 13, 2018 at 5:38 pm

    Could I substitute a different type of fish?

    Reply
    • kevin says

      October 5, 2018 at 6:07 pm

      Yes you can!

      Reply
  48. Kelli H says

    March 1, 2019 at 11:19 pm

    This is one of my go to salmon recipes. So easy and so flavorful. I’ve made it a dozen times.

    Reply
  49. Inge says

    May 20, 2019 at 10:32 am

    This salmon dish is so delicious! I made a one-dish meal by adding sliced zucchini to the foil package. The cilantro jalapeno lime combination is so wonderful and I will be using this on so many things this spring. It’s an outstanding dressing as well. Thanks for all the the great recipes.

    Reply
  50. Carol says

    June 5, 2020 at 3:36 pm

    I am not clear as to whether I should make a foil packet or just line the pan with foil?

    Reply
    • kevin says

      June 6, 2020 at 7:46 am

      The foil is lining the pan for easier cleanup. Enjoy!

      Reply
  51. Kathy says

    February 8, 2021 at 8:22 pm

    Very good! It have just enough flavor to not overpower the salmon.

    Reply
  52. Arla C. says

    April 2, 2021 at 9:58 pm

    Just made this tonight and it was so fresh & flavorful. A simple rice dish worked well with this.
    Thank you!

    Reply
  53. Olivia Rose says

    July 26, 2021 at 11:04 pm

    Thanks god I stumble upon your blog and find this amazing recipe. It looks so delicious. Can’t wait to try this. Perfect for dinner meals. Thanks for sharing.

    Reply
  54. Sydney says

    February 11, 2022 at 5:18 pm

    Can I pan fry this instead?

    Reply
    • kevin says

      February 14, 2022 at 10:46 am

      Yes you can! I would pan fry the salmon and then top with the sauce after. Enjoy!

      Reply
  55. Ronnie Ray says

    May 17, 2022 at 3:01 pm

    WoW! So yummy… its force me to cook.
    Nice ..Thank you for sharing.

    Reply
  56. Spinster says

    August 7, 2022 at 8:01 pm

    Just made this a few days ago and it came out good, everyone liked it. The only mistake made? Buying a lemon instead of a lime. Next time, with lime.

    Reply

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