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Spice-Crusted Salmon With Lime-Orange Salsa

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This Spice-Crusted Salmon with Lime-Orange Salsa is a perfect balance of heat, citrus, and savory flavors. The salmon fillets are coated in a fragrant blend of toasted coriander, cumin, and black pepper, then grilled or broiled to perfection. The accompanying salsa bursts with fresh orange segments, zesty lime juice, and the smoky heat of chipotle peppers. Its an elegant yet easy weeknight dinner that feels special enough for guests. The dish comes together quickly, making it ideal for busy evenings when you want something flavorful without the fuss. Serve with rice or crusty bread to soak up the delicious salsa.
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Difficulty: Intermediate
Servings: 4
Calories: 71.3
Dietary: Gluten-free
Description
This Spice-Crusted Salmon with Lime-Orange Salsa is a perfect balance of heat, citrus, and savory flavors. The salmon fillets are coated in a fragrant blend of toasted coriander, cumin, and black pepper, then grilled or broiled to perfection. The accompanying salsa bursts with fresh orange segments, zesty lime juice, and the smoky heat of chipotle peppers. Its an elegant yet easy weeknight dinner that feels special enough for guests. The dish comes together quickly, making it ideal for busy evenings when you want something flavorful without the fuss. Serve with rice or crusty bread to soak up the delicious salsa.
Ingredients
  • 4 Navel Oranges
  • 1 small Red onion, finely chopped
  • 1/4 cup Fresh lime juice
  • 1/4 cup Chopped fresh cilantro
  • 1 tablespoon Minced Chipotle peppers
  • 1 Clove Garlic, minced
  • 1 lb Salmon fillet, skin removed, cut into 4 portions
  • 1 tbsp Coriander seeds, crushed
  • 1 tbsp Cumin seeds
  • 1/2 tsp Black peppercorns
  • 1 tsp Kosher salt
Directions
  1. 1
    Remove skin and white pith from oranges, cutting segments from the membrane into a bowl to catch the juice.
  2. 2
    Add the chopped red onion, fresh lime juice, cilantro, minced chipotle peppers, and garlic to the orange segments.
  3. 3
    Stir the salsa ingredients to combine and season with salt and pepper to taste.
  4. 4
    Heat a small skillet over medium heat and add the coriander and cumin seeds.
  5. 5
    Toast the seeds, stirring constantly, until aromatic, about 2 to 3 minutes.
  6. 6
    Let the spices cool, then transfer to a spice mill or mortar and pestle with the black peppercorns.
  7. 7
    Coarsely grind all the spices and stir in the kosher salt to create the crust mixture.
  8. 8
    Preheat the grill or broiler.
  9. 9
    Coat the salmon fillets evenly with the spice mixture.
  10. 10
    Grill or broil the salmon on a lightly oiled rack until the fish is opaque in the center, about 5 minutes per side.
  11. 11
    Serve the spice-crusted salmon immediately, topped with the lime-orange salsa.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 4

Amount Per Serving
Calories 71.3kcal
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 0.3g1%
Saturated Fat 0.0g0%
Cholesterol 0.0mg0%
Sodium 2.2mg1%
Total Carbohydrate 18.2g7%
Dietary Fiber 3.8g16%
Sugars 10.4g
Protein 1.8g4%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

Note

The salsa can be prepared ahead of time and stored, covered, in the refrigerator for up to 8 hours.

Chipotle peppers are sold dried or canned in adobo sauce. Look for them in the Latino food section of your grocery store.

For best results, use fresh citrus juices rather than bottled versions for a brighter flavor profile.

Keywords: salmon, spice crust, lime orange salsa, chipotle, grilled fish, broiled salmon, citrus salsa, healthy dinner, quick recipe, seafood, coriander, cumin, fresh herbs, mexican inspired, gluten free
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