Easy Weeknight Salmon

Flakey and moist and expertly seasoned, this Easy Weeknight Salmon is perfection in less than 20 minutes!

This Easy Weeknight Salmon is one of those recipes that I have on autopilot. It’s so effortless. So delicious. So quick. Aside from the Salmon, it’s made with pantry staple spices, oil and butter, which means I can count on having the necessary ingredients on hand when I need a meal fast.

Salmon Facts

Salmon is an excellent source of protein and fat – specifically, Omega 3 Fatty Acids, which have been proven to reduce artery inflammation, reduce cholesterol levels and improve blood pressure. Omega 3’s have also been shown to improve brain function and cell function, and protect joints.

Protein – Salmon is high in protein. A 3 oz portion of Salmon (about the size of the palm of your hand) contains 19 g protein. This macronutrient is necessary for building muscle, bone and cartilage.

Astaxanthin – the beautiful pinkish-orange salmon color comes from a compound called astaxanthin, This antioxidant helps to prevent neurodegenerative disease (loss of brain function), cardiovascular, and inflammatory diseases.

Vitamin B12 – Salmon is an excellent source of B12! This micronutrient plays a critical role in the formation of red blood cells, nerve function and the production of DNA.

Choline – necessary for the brain and nervous system to regulate memory and muscle control. Choline is also needed to form the membranes that surround your body’s cells.

Salmon Spices

I typically prepare salmon for 4 people. I simply need:

1 tsp Garlic Powder

2 tsp Paprika

1/2 tsp Kosher Salt

1/2 tsp Black Pepper

4 pats of butter (about 1 1/2 tsp per Salmon filet)

Chili Oil for drizzling

That is it! It could not be any easier!

Combine the spices in a bowl and sprinkle the seasoning on the top of the fish (skin side down), dividing it equally among the filets.

Then simply top each filet with about 1 1/2 tsp of butter and a drizzle of chili oil. The butter will give this Easy Weeknight Salmon so much flavor, and keeps the fish moist and flakey.

Meal Prep

This Easy Weeknight Salmon is terrific for meal prep. It’s so quick and easy to make. Just reduce the cook time by 1-2 minutes, to allow for microwave reheating without overcooking.

I find edamame and jasmine rice are perfect, quick meal prep accompaniments to this dish. I found these great containers at Costco so I can plan portions and have them stacked neatly in the refrigerator. My daughter loves to grab one post dance class. It’s a quick, healthy, warm dinner ready in no-time when I meal prep this Salmon.

I hope this Salmon becomes a household flavor!

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