Texas Roadhouse-Style Baked Salmon Recipe
This Texas Roadhouse-Style Baked Salmon recipe delivers a perfectly seasoned, flavorful salmon fillet baked to juicy perfection. Coated with a bold spice rub including paprika, cayenne pepper, and garlic powder, then finished with fresh lemon juice and parsley garnish, this dish is a simple yet delicious way to enjoy a healthy, protein-packed meal.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: 2 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Gluten Free
Ingredients
Scale
Salmon
- 2 salmon fillets (about 6 oz each)
Spice Rub
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp onion powder
- 1 tsp paprika
- 1 tsp dried oregano
- 1/2 tsp cayenne pepper (adjust to taste)
- Salt and black pepper to taste
Finishing Touches
- Juice of 1 lemon
- Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
- Lemon slices (for serving)
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) to prepare for baking the salmon.
- Prepare Spice Rub: In a small bowl, combine olive oil, garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, dried oregano, cayenne pepper, salt, and black pepper. Mix well to form a flavorful spice rub.
- Prep Salmon: Pat the salmon fillets dry with a paper towel to help the spice rub adhere and place them on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
- Apply Spice Rub: Generously coat each salmon fillet evenly with the prepared spice rub to ensure full flavor penetration.
- Add Lemon Juice: Squeeze the fresh lemon juice over the seasoned salmon fillets to add a bright citrusy note.
- Bake Salmon: Place the baking sheet in the preheated oven and bake for 12-15 minutes, or until the salmon flakes easily with a fork.
- Rest and Garnish: Remove the salmon from the oven and allow it to rest for a few minutes to retain moisture. Garnish with freshly chopped parsley and serve with lemon slices for an extra burst of freshness. Enjoy your meal!
Notes
- Adjust cayenne pepper to your preferred level of heat.
- Ensure salmon is fresh for best flavor and texture.
- Do not overcook the salmon to keep it moist and flaky.
- Use parchment paper for easy clean-up and to prevent sticking.
- Fresh lemon juice can be substituted with bottled lemon juice if fresh is unavailable, but fresh is preferred.
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