Description
This simple yet elegant paprika roasted salmon is quick to prepare and packed with flavor, perfect for a satisfying meal in just 15 minutes.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 salmon fillets (approximately 130g each)
- 1 tablespoon olive oil, plus extra for greasing
- 1 tablespoon smoky paprika
- 2 vines of truss cherry tomatoes
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 220°C (200°C fan forced, 425°F, gas mark 7).
- Line a small baking tray with non-stick baking paper and generously grease it with about 2 tablespoons of extra olive oil.
- Place the salmon fillets on the prepared tray.
- Rub each fillet with 1 tablespoon of olive oil.
- Sprinkle the fillets generously with smoky paprika, ensuring an even coating.
- Arrange the truss cherry tomatoes around the salmon on the tray.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 15 minutes, or until the salmon is cooked through and flakes easily with a fork.
- Serve immediately, optionally with a side of roasted potatoes or crumbled over a salad.
Notes
For a complete meal, serve with roasted potatoes or a fresh salad. The smoky paprika adds a rich flavor, but you can adjust the amount to taste. This dish is best served immediately but can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 2 days. Reheat gently to avoid drying out the salmon.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 salmon fillet
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 2
- Sodium: 75
- Fat: 22
- Carbohydrates: 4
- Fiber: 2
- Protein: 34
- Cholesterol: 70