Tender, flaky salmon rubbed with garlic, turmeric, olive oil, and lemon, then baked to perfection. Rich in omega-3s and warming spices that help reduce inflammation naturally.
⏱️ Time
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Prep: 5 minutes
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Cook: 12–15 minutes
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Total: 20 minutes
🧂 Ingredients (Serves 2–3)
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1½ lbs (650 g) salmon fillet
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2 tbsp extra-virgin olive oil
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3 cloves garlic, minced
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1 tsp ground turmeric
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½ tsp paprika (optional)
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¼ tsp black pepper (important for turmeric absorption)
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½ tsp sea salt
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1 tbsp fresh lemon juice
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Lemon slices (optional, for baking)
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Fresh parsley or dill, for garnish
🔪 Instructions
1️⃣ Preheat
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Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).
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Line a baking tray with parchment paper.
2️⃣ Season the Salmon
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Place salmon skin-side down on tray.
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In a small bowl, mix olive oil, garlic, turmeric, paprika, black pepper, salt, and lemon juice.
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Rub mixture evenly over salmon.
3️⃣ Bake
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Add lemon slices on top (optional).
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Bake for 12–15 minutes, until salmon flakes easily with a fork.
4️⃣ Finish & Serve
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Remove from oven and rest 2 minutes.
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Garnish with fresh herbs.
🍽️ Serving Suggestions
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Serve with quinoa or brown rice
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Pair with steamed broccoli or spinach
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Add a cucumber-tomato salad on the side
❓ Q & A
Q: Can I pan-sear instead of bake?
Yes — cook skin-side down in a skillet for 4–5 minutes per side.
Q: Can I use fresh turmeric?
Absolutely — grate 1 tbsp fresh turmeric.
Q: Is this good for meal prep?
Yes — keeps well in the fridge for 2 days.
