Ingredients
Marinade
- 1/2 cup lime juice, freshly squeezed (juice of 2 limes)
- 1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 tablespoons water
- 1 tablespoon garlic, minced (or 4 crushed garlic cloves)
- 1 1/2 teaspoons red chili flakes (adjust to preference)
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1 1/2 teaspoons salt
- 1 tablespoon honey
Main Ingredients
- 4 salmon fillets, wild caught if possible
- 1 red bell pepper, deseeded and chopped
- 1 green bell pepper, deseeded and chopped
- 1 yellow bell pepper, deseeded and chopped
- 1 onion, cut into wedges
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Set your oven to the broil or grill setting on high heat. Prepare a baking sheet by spraying it lightly with cooking oil spray to prevent sticking and set it aside.
- Make Marinade: In a bowl, whisk together lime juice, chopped parsley, olive oil, water, minced garlic, red chili flakes, ground cumin, salt, and honey until the honey is fully incorporated and the mixture is smooth.
- Arrange Ingredients: Place the salmon fillets, chopped bell peppers, and onion wedges in a single layer on the prepared baking sheet. Pour half of the marinade over everything. Toss the peppers and onions gently to coat evenly and rotate the salmon fillets to make sure they are well covered.
- Broil/Grill: Place the baking sheet under the broiler/grill. Cook for about 10 minutes until the peppers begin to char at their edges and the salmon is nearly cooked through.
- Finish Cooking: Check doneness of the salmon; it should be cooked to your liking, approximately another 10 minutes under the broiler. If the peppers need more roasting, remove the salmon to a plate and return the peppers to the oven until they reach your preferred level of char and crispness.
- Serve: Remove the baking tray from the oven and serve the salmon immediately with lime wedges. Drizzle the remaining marinade over the top to enhance the flavor further.
Notes
- Adjust red chili flakes according to your spice tolerance.
- Use fresh lime juice for the best balance of acidity and freshness.
- Wild-caught salmon is recommended for richer flavor and better texture.
- Keep an eye on the broiler to avoid burning the peppers or salmon.
- You can substitute parsley with cilantro for a different herbal note.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Mexican-inspired
- Diet: Low Fat
