Salmon With Cucumber Sauce Recipe

Flaky baked salmon with a refreshing cucumber sauce – a light, healthy, and incredibly delicious 25-minute meal! Perfect for a weeknight dinner or a delightful weekend lunch.

Prep Time 10 mins
Cook Time 25 mins
Calories 146.3 kcal
Protein 46g
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Ingredients for Salmon With Cucumber Sauce

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How to Make Salmon With Cucumber Sauce

  1. Preheat oven to 425°F (220°C). Line a rimmed baking sheet with foil.
  2. Place salmon fillets (about 6 oz each) on the prepared baking sheet.
  3. In a small bowl, combine 1 teaspoon ground cumin, ½ teaspoon paprika, and ¼ teaspoon black pepper.
  4. Rub the spice mixture evenly over both sides of the salmon fillets.
  5. Bake for 10-15 minutes, or until the salmon is cooked through and flakes easily with a fork.
  6. While the salmon is baking, prepare the cucumber sauce: Combine 1 cup diced cucumber, ¼ cup plain Greek yogurt, 2 tablespoons lemon juice, 1 tablespoon chopped fresh dill, and a pinch of salt in a medium bowl. Mix well.
  7. Once the salmon is cooked, gently flake it with a fork. Serve the salmon over a bed of mixed greens or quinoa, topped with the refreshing cucumber sauce.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

9 g

Sugar

5g

Fat

3g

Carbs

1g

Frequently Asked Questions

How long does it take to make Salmon With Cucumber Sauce?

Salmon With Cucumber Sauce takes about 35 minutes from start to finish — roughly 10 minutes to prepare and 25 minutes to cook.

How many calories are in Salmon With Cucumber Sauce?

Salmon With Cucumber Sauce has approximately 146.3 calories per serving, with about 46 g protein, 1 g carbohydrates and 6 g fat.

What ingredients do I need for Salmon With Cucumber Sauce?

The key ingredients for Salmon With Cucumber Sauce are Salmon Fillet, Ground Cumin, Ground Paprika, Ground Red Pepper, Yogurt Cheese, Cucumber. See the full list with measurements above.

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