Spiced roast side of salmon

Gluten Free
Dairy Free
Very Healthy
Health score
100%
Spiced roast side of salmon
30 min.
6
388kcal

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If you're looking for a quick, healthy, and incredibly flavorful dish, this spiced roast side of salmon is your perfect solution. With a health score of 100, this recipe is not only delicious but also gluten-free and dairy-free, making it ideal for a variety of dietary preferences. The salmon is roasted to perfection, providing a tender and flaky texture that’s complemented by a spicy yet balanced marinade.

The combination of ground ginger, paprika, and coarsely ground black peppercorns creates a bold, aromatic crust that enhances the natural richness of the fish. The addition of wholegrain mustard and a hint of honey offers just the right amount of tangy sweetness to elevate each bite. Whether you’re serving it for a family dinner or a special lunch, this dish is sure to impress.

In just 30 minutes, you’ll have a meal that feels gourmet but is surprisingly easy to prepare. The salmon pairs wonderfully with fresh lemon wedges, adding a refreshing zesty finish to every bite. Plus, with only 388 kcal per serving, you can indulge in this satisfying meal without worrying about your calorie intake. It’s the ideal main course for those who love healthy, tasty, and straightforward recipes.

Ingredients

  • 1.5 kg salmon 
  • tbsp olive oil for brushing
  • 0.5 tsp ground ginger 
  • tsp paprika 
  • 0.5 tsp peppercorns black
  • tbsp coarse mustard 
  • tsp honey 
  •  optional: lemon cut into wedges, to serve

Equipment

  • oven
  • knife
  • aluminum foil

Directions

  1. Heat oven to 200C/180C fan/gas
  2. Line a big roasting tin with baking parchment or foil this helps to prevent the fish from sticking to the tin as it cooks.
  3. Brush the salmon skin with oil and place it, skin-side down, on the paper.
  4. Mix the ground ginger with the paprika, pepper, mustard, honey and 1 tbsp olive oil.
  5. Spread it evenly over the fleshy side of the fish.
  6. Roast, uncovered, for about 20 mins until the salmon is cooked through check by poking a knife into the fillet and making sure the fish flakes easily.
  7. Serve directly from the tin, or use a couple of fish slices to carefully lift the salmon onto a big plate. Slice into portions and serve with lemon wedges on the side.

Nutrition Facts

Calories388kcal
Protein52.81%
Fat43.69%
Carbs3.5%

Properties

Glycemic Index
26.13
Glycemic Load
0.86
Inflammation Score
-6
Nutrition Score
32.731739085654%

Flavonoids

Eriodictyol
3.84mg
Hesperetin
5.02mg
Naringenin
0.1mg
Luteolin
0.34mg
Kaempferol
0.01mg
Myricetin
0.09mg
Quercetin
0.21mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:388.42kcal
19.42%
Fat:18.39g
28.29%
Saturated Fat:2.81g
17.53%
Carbohydrates:3.32g
1.11%
Net Carbohydrates:2.46g
0.89%
Sugar:1.49g
1.66%
Cholesterol:137.5mg
45.83%
Sodium:138.33mg
6.01%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:50.01g
100.03%
Vitamin B12:7.95µg
132.5%
Selenium:92.31µg
131.87%
Vitamin B6:2.07mg
103.58%
Vitamin B3:19.74mg
98.7%
Vitamin B2:0.96mg
56.55%
Phosphorus:507.66mg
50.77%
Vitamin B5:4.22mg
42.18%
Vitamin B1:0.58mg
38.58%
Potassium:1269.81mg
36.28%
Copper:0.64mg
32.11%
Magnesium:76.79mg
19.2%
Folate:64.95µg
16.24%
Iron:2.31mg
12.84%
Vitamin C:9.56mg
11.59%
Zinc:1.66mg
11.04%
Manganese:0.16mg
7.98%
Vitamin A:296.59IU
5.93%
Calcium:39.02mg
3.9%
Fiber:0.86g
3.45%
Vitamin E:0.49mg
3.25%
Vitamin K:2.35µg
2.24%