Description
A flavorful and healthy Baked Tandoori Salmon recipe that combines rich tandoori spices with tender, juicy salmon, making it a perfect dinner option.
Ingredients
Scale
- ¾ cup (190 g) Greek yogurt or hung/strained yogurt
- 1 lemon, juiced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon freshly grated ginger
- 2 tablespoons fresh chopped cilantro
- 1 teaspoon kosher salt
- 1 teaspoon garam masala
- ½ teaspoon ground coriander
- ½ teaspoon ground cumin (sweet or smoked)
- ½ teaspoon paprika
- ½ teaspoon ground turmeric
- ¼ teaspoon cayenne powder
- ¼ teaspoon ground black pepper
- 1 ½ pounds (675 g) salmon fillets (skin on or removed)
Instructions
- In a medium bowl, whisk together Greek yogurt, lemon juice, minced garlic, grated ginger, chopped cilantro, kosher salt, garam masala, ground coriander, ground cumin, paprika, ground turmeric, cayenne powder, and black pepper.
- Place the salmon fillets in a shallow dish and coat them with the marinade. Cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes, or up to overnight for more flavor.
- Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or lightly grease it with cooking spray. Arrange the marinated salmon fillets on the baking sheet.
- Bake for 15-20 minutes, or until the salmon is cooked through and flakes easily with a fork.
- Remove from oven and let rest for a few minutes before serving.
- Garnish with extra cilantro and lemon wedges, and serve with your choice of sides such as steamed rice, quinoa, or a fresh salad.
Notes
For deeper flavor, marinate the salmon overnight. Fresh spices enhance the flavor. Broil for 2-3 minutes at the end for a crispy finish.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Indian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 fillet
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 5g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 34g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
Keywords: salmon, tandoori, baked salmon, healthy dinner