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BBQ Baked Salmon Recipe – This BBQ Baked Salmon is flaky, crisp on the edges, and so tender inside! Juicy and tender salmon fillets are coated in a tangy BBQ sauce and baked perfectly. With hints of fresh cilantro and lime, this baked salmon recipe is ready in less than 15 minutes and makes the perfect base for a quick, healthy meal. Enjoy!
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Ingredients list for the BBQ Baked Salmon Recipe
- 1lb (450g) salmon fillet
- 1/4 cup BBQ sauce
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1/2 teaspoon salt and pepper
- 1/2 cup chopped cilantro, for serving
- 1/2 lime, sliced, for serving
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Baked Salmon with BBQ sauce
This recipe for baked salmon fillets is simple and has many advantages:
- Quick and easy: This Oven BBQ Salmon recipe can be prepared and baked in just 15 minutes with only a handful of ingredients and a few everyday pantry staples.
- Healthy: Baking the salmon fillets instead of grilling or pan-frying it makes for a healthier meal, as it uses less oil and retains more of the nutrients and flavors.
- Minimal cleanup – Using a baking dish instead of a grill or pan means less mess and easier cleanup! The perfect hassle-free option for busy weeknight meals.
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Photo credit: © Eatwell101.com
Photo credit: © Eatwell101.com
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Directions
How to make BBQ baked salmon:
1. Preheat your oven to 400ºF (200ºC) and place the salmon fillets, skin side down in a baking dish.
2. Season salmon with salt and pepper, then brush with the BBQ sauce. Finish off with a quick drizzle of olive oil on top.
3. Bake the BBQ salmon for 6-12 minutes, depending on the thickness of your salmon fillets and your desired doneness. Add 1-2 minutes under the broiler to crisp up the top if you like.
4. Remove the BBQ baked salmon from the oven, and garnish with fresh cilantro, red chili pepper flakes, and a few drops of lime juice. Enjoy! ❤️
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Tips for the baked BBQ salmon recipe
- Use high-quality, wild-caught salmon for the best flavor and texture.
- Marinade the salmon in the barbecue sauce for a few hours before baking for a more robust BBQ flavor.
- Feel free to add more spices to the BBQ sauce: crushed coriander seeds, cumin, paprika, chili powder, you name it!
- Keep an eye on the salmon while it’s in the oven, as cooking time may vary depending on the thickness of the fillets. Overcooking can result in dry and tough salmon.
How do we know when baked salmon is done?
If you aren’t sure if your salmon fillets are done, just cut the thickest part open slightly. You want it to be a light colored pink. If it is dark pink in the middle, you will want to cook it for a few more minutes!
What to serve with baked BBQ salmon?
We like to serve BBQ-baked salmon with steamed vegetables like broccoli or as a salmon bowl with edamame, rice, avocado, cucumber, and more fresh herbs!
More salmon recipes you might like
- 24 Healthy Salmon Recipes For Dinner
- Baked Salmon in Foil with Asparagus
- Teriyaki Salmon Bowl
- Creamy Tuscan Salmon
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