Mediterranean Diet Friendly Cajun-Spiced Salmon
Total time22 min
Prep time10 min
Cook time12 min
4.9(29)
About FigFig is a food discovery app that helps you find foods and recipes that fit your dietary needs. Whether you have food allergies, intolerances, or follow a specific diet, Fig makes it easy to eat with confidence.
Learn more →Ingredients
4 servings
- 4 salmon fillets (6 oz each), skin-on
- 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
- 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.
Want the full recipe?
Create a Fig account for step-by-step instructions, access to our full recipe library, and more!