Low Sodium Cajun-Spiced Salmon

Total time22 min

Prep time10 min

Cook time12 min

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Ingredients

4 servings

4 salmon fillets (6 oz each), skin-on
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2 tbsp olive oil

For the spice rub

1 tsp smoked paprika
1 tsp sweet paprika
½ tsp dried oregano
½ tsp dried thyme
½ tsp garlic powder
½ tsp onion powder
¼ tsp cayenne pepper
½ tsp fine sea salt
Chef's tip
Season to taste - salt substitutes can taste bitter in larger amounts, so start with less.
¼ tsp black pepper

For the lemon drizzle

2 tbsp fresh lemon juice
2 tbsp olive oil
2 tbsp fresh parsley, finely chopped

For serving

lemon wedges, for serving (optional)

Instructions

1
Pat the salmon fillets completely dry with paper towels.
2
In a small bowl, combine the smoked paprika, sweet paprika, dried oregano, dried thyme, garlic powder, onion powder, cayenne, salt, and black pepper. Press the spice rub evenly over the flesh side of each fillet.

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