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Spiced Salmon with Coconut-Lime Glaze and Roasted Zucchini Noodles

2023-10-26 - Written by: Amelia Chen

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Spiced Salmon with Coconut-Lime Glaze and Roasted Zucchini Noodles

A healthy and flavorful dish featuring baked salmon coated in a sweet and spicy coconut-lime glaze, served over roasted zucchini noodles for a light and satisfying meal.

Ingredients:

  • 2 salmon fillets (6-8 oz each)
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
  • 1/4 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
  • For the glaze:
    • 1/4 cup coconut milk
    • 1 tablespoon lime juice
    • 1 tablespoon honey
    • 1/2 teaspoon grated ginger
  • 2 medium zucchini, spiralized into noodles

Instructions:

  1. Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. In a small bowl, whisk together olive oil, cumin, paprika, cayenne pepper, salt, and black pepper.
  3. Place salmon fillets on the prepared baking sheet and coat both sides with the spice mixture.
  4. In a separate bowl, combine coconut milk, lime juice, honey, and ginger for the glaze.
  5. Pour half of the glaze over the salmon fillets.
  6. Bake for 12-15 minutes, or until salmon is cooked through and flakes easily with a fork.
  7. While the salmon bakes, toss zucchini noodles with the remaining glaze in a bowl.
  8. Spread roasted zucchini noodles on a separate baking sheet and bake for 5-7 minutes, or until slightly softened.
  9. Serve salmon fillets drizzled with any remaining glaze over the roasted zucchini noodles.