Spicy baked fish

A plate of salmon with tartar sauce and lemon
Recipe credit

University of Massachusetts, Extension Nutrition Education Program, Pumpkin Post/Banana Beat

About this recipe

Serves
4
Serving size
4 oz. prepared fish or 1/4 of recipe (123g)

Ingredients

  • 16 ounces salmon (fresh or frozen, or any white fish)
  • 1/4 teaspoon paprika
  • 1/4 teaspoon onion powder
  • 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1/8 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1/8 teaspoon oregano (dried)
  • 1/8 teaspoon thyme (dried)
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice
  • 1 1/2 tablespoons margarine (soft melted)

Directions

  1. If using frozen fish, thaw in refrigerator according to package directions.
  2. Preheat oven to 350 degrees.
  3. Separate (or cut) fish into 4 pieces. Place fish in a 9x13x2 inch baking pan.
  4. Combine paprika, garlic and onion powder, pepper, oregano, and thyme in a small bowl.
  5. Sprinkle herb mixture (step 4 mixture) and lemon juice evenly over the fish. Then drizzle melted margarine on top.
  6. Bake until fish flakes easily with a fork, about 20 to 25 minutes.

Tips and variations

  • Add slices of lemon or dill as an additional garnish

Nutritional info

Calories
239
Total fat
3 g
Saturated fat
3 g
Cholesterol
61 mg
Sodium
94 mg
Total carbohydrates
1 g
Dietary fiber
0 g
Protein
21 g
Total sugar
0 g
Allergens
Fish
Dairy