Description
This Coconut Lime Salmon recipe offers a delightful combination of creamy coconut milk and zesty lime that perfectly complements the rich, tender salmon fillets. With a touch of honey, soy sauce, and garlic, this baked dish is bursting with balanced flavors and makes a quick, healthy dinner option ready in just 30 minutes.
Ingredients
Scale
Salmon and Marinade
- 4 salmon fillets
- 1 can (13.5 oz) coconut milk
- 2 limes, juiced and zested
- 2 tablespoons honey
- 1 tablespoon soy sauce
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- Salt and pepper to taste
Garnish
- Fresh cilantro for garnish
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) to ensure it reaches the ideal temperature for baking the salmon evenly.
- Prepare Marinade: In a mixing bowl, combine the coconut milk, lime juice and zest, honey, soy sauce, and minced garlic, stirring thoroughly to create a smooth, flavorful marinade.
- Arrange Salmon: Place the salmon fillets in a single layer within a baking dish, ensuring they fit comfortably without overlapping.
- Add Marinade: Pour the prepared coconut lime marinade evenly over the salmon fillets, ensuring each piece is well coated.
- Season: Sprinkle salt and pepper over the salmon to taste, balancing the flavors and enhancing the dish.
- Bake: Place the baking dish in the preheated oven and bake for 15-20 minutes, or until the salmon is fully cooked and flakes easily with a fork.
- Garnish and Serve: Remove from the oven, garnish with fresh cilantro leaves for added color and freshness, then serve immediately.
Notes
- For extra zest, add a pinch of chili flakes to the marinade.
- Use fresh lime juice and zest for the best citrus flavor.
- Salmon is done when it flakes easily and reaches an internal temperature of 145°F (63°C).
- Pair this dish with steamed rice or a fresh green salad for a complete meal.
- Leftovers can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 2 days.
