Author Notes
If you’re a fan of this omega-3 rich fish but prefer when it doesn't taste, well, too salmony, this Sweet Citrus Spiced Salmon recipe is for you. Salmon is marinated in pineapple and lemon juice and then baked with a sweet and spicy topping, leaving every bite the perfect blend of flavorful (but mellow) fish! —bitememore
Ingredients
- Citrus Marinade
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3/4 cup
Pineapple Juice
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6 tablespoons
fresh lemon juice
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6, 6 ounces
salmon fillets, skin removed
- Sweet & Spicy Topping
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1/2 cup
packed brown sugar
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2 teaspoons
lemon zest
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2 teaspoons
chili powder
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1 teaspoon
ground cumin
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1/2 teaspoon
kosher salt
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1/4 teaspoon
ground cinnamon
Directions
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1) In a large resealable plastic bag, combine pineapple juice, lemon juice and salmon. Refrigerate for 1 hour, turning occasionally.
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2) Preheat oven to 400°F. Coat an 11x7-inch baking dish with non- stick cooking spray.
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3) For the topping, in a small bowl, combine brown sugar, lemon zest, chili powder, cumin, salt and cinnamon. Remove salmon from refrigerator and dispose of marinade. Place fillets in prepared baking dish and rub brown sugar mixture over salmon. Bake 12 minutes or until fish is flaky.
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