Beef Free Turmeric Salmon with Lemon & Herbs
Golden from a bold spice blend of turmeric, ginger, cumin, and garlic powder, these pan-seared salmon fillets deliver serious flavor with minimal effort. The skin crisps up beautifully in a hot skillet, while the flesh stays tender and flaky all the way through — the kind of result that looks far more impressive than the technique actually demands. A squeeze of fresh lemon and a scatter of flat-leaf parsley at the end brighten everything up and keep the dish feeling light and vibrant. Because the recipe leans entirely on fish, olive oil, and pantry spices, there's no need to navigate labels or worry about hidden animal proteins sneaking into your meal. The turmeric does double duty here, lending that gorgeous amber color while deepening the savory warmth of the overall spice rub. It's a weeknight-friendly plate that genuinely earns a spot in regular rotation.
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4 servings
- 4 salmon fillets (about 6 oz each), skin-on
- 1 tsp ground turmeric
- 1 tsp ground ginger
- ½ tsp garlic powder
- ½ tsp ground cumin
- ¼ tsp black pepper
- ¾ tsp fine sea salt
- 2 tbsp extra-virgin olive oil
For serving
- 1 lemon, cut into wedges for serving
- 2 tbsp fresh flat-leaf parsley, roughly chopped
Instructions
- 1
In a small bowl, stir together the turmeric, ginger, garlic powder, cumin, black pepper, and sea salt until evenly combined.
- 2
Pat the salmon fillets dry with paper towels, then press the spice mixture evenly over the flesh side of each fillet.
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