Almond Free Herb-Roasted Salmon with Turmeric and Lemon
Roasted salmon doesn't need much to shine, but this version takes it somewhere genuinely special. A golden paste of turmeric, smoked paprika, fresh rosemary, parsley, garlic, and olive oil gets pressed right onto each skin-on fillet before a quick trip into a hot oven — the result is deeply fragrant, beautifully colored, and packed with layered flavor. Lemon slices laid over the top caramelize slightly as the fish roasts, adding a bright, jammy citrus note that cuts right through the richness of the salmon. The whole thing comes together on a single parchment-lined baking sheet, which means cleanup is almost as satisfying as dinner. For anyone navigating tree nut allergies, this recipe is naturally free of any nut-based ingredients — every element is straightforward and easy to verify at the store. A finishing scatter of fresh dill (totally optional, but highly recommended) adds one last pop of freshness right before serving. It's the kind of weeknight dinner that looks and tastes like you put in way more effort than you actually did.
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4 servings
- 4 salmon fillets (6 oz each), skin-on
- 3 tbsp extra virgin olive oil, divided
- 1 tsp ground turmeric
- ½ tsp ground black pepper
- ½ tsp kosher salt
- ½ tsp smoked paprika
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tbsp fresh rosemary, finely chopped
- 2 tbsp fresh parsley, finely chopped
- 1 lemon, thinly sliced
- 1 tbsp fresh lemon juice
- 2 tbsp fresh dill, roughly chopped (optional)
Instructions
- 1
Preheat the oven to 400°F (205°C). Line a rimmed baking sheet with parchment paper and brush or drizzle with 1 tbsp of the olive oil.
- 2
In a small bowl, combine the turmeric, black pepper, salt, and smoked paprika. Stir in the minced garlic, rosemary, parsley, lemon juice, and the remaining 2 tbsp olive oil until a loose paste forms.
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