Carrageenan Free Herb-Roasted Salmon with Turmeric and Lemon
Bright, golden, and fragrant with rosemary and turmeric, this oven-roasted salmon is the kind of weeknight dinner that looks like you really tried. A simple herb paste made from garlic, smoked paprika, fresh parsley, and lemon juice gets pressed right onto the fillets before roasting, so every bite is packed with flavor from the inside out. Carrageenan — a seaweed-derived thickener commonly found in processed seafood products, dairy alternatives, and even some packaged fish — is a non-issue here because everything on this ingredient list is whole and unprocessed. Skin-on salmon fillets, extra virgin olive oil, fresh herbs, and a sliced lemon are all you need to pull this together. The high-heat roast at 400°F gives the top a slightly caramelized crust while keeping the center tender and flaky. A finish of fresh dill adds a cool, bright contrast that makes the whole plate feel restaurant-worthy. It's clean, satisfying cooking that doesn't require reading the fine print on a single label.
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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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