Orange Roasted Salmon
Orange Roasted Salmon pairs tender, flaky fish with bright citrus, a hint of honey, and aromatic herbs. The subtle orange notes balance lemon pepper and garlic while roasted onions add sweetness and depth. Elegant yet unfussy, it’s perfect for company nights alongside greens, brown rice, and seasonal vegetables.
- Prep15 mins
- Cook40 mins
- Serves5
- DifficultyEasy
easyChef Pro health score
Calculated from USDA-referenced nutrient data for the ingredients in Orange Roasted Salmon, not estimated by an AI model. The same recipe returns the same score every time.
- Glycemic ImpactPoor
- 32 / 100
- Carb quality, not quantity. Higher is better.
- Nutritional DensityPoor
- 0 / 100
- Nutrients per calorie. Higher is better.
- Energy DensityGood
- 91 / 100
- Calories by weight. Higher means more food for fewer calories.
- NOVA Unprocessed or minimally processed
- 1 / 4
- Processing level, 1 (whole) to 4 (ultra-processed). Lower is better.
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- 53
- Heart Health
- 53
- Metabolic
- 13
- Digestive
- 25
- Inflammatory
- 48
- Performance
- 37
- General Wellness
- 1
Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C).
- 2
In a small bowl or cup, mix the lemon pepper, garlic powder, and dried parsley. Arrange the slices from one of the oranges in a single layer in the bottom of a 9x13 inch baking dish. Lay a layer of onion slices over the orange. Drizzle with a little olive oil and sprinkle with half of the herb mixture.
- 3
Place the dish in the preheated oven and roast for about 25 minutes, or until the onions are browned and tender. Take the dish out of the oven, and raise the temperature to 450 degrees F (220 degrees C).
- 4
Move the onion and orange slices to the outer edge of the baking dish, and set the salmon fillets in the center. Season with the remaining half of the herb mixture. In a small bowl, whisk together the orange juice, lemon juice, and honey. Pour evenly over the salmon.
- 5
Bake for 12 to 15 minutes in the preheated oven, or until the salmon is opaque in the center. Transfer the fillets to a serving dish, and discard the roasted orange. Garnish the fillets with roasted onions and fresh orange slices.
- Calories 110.34 kcal Moderate 6%
- Protein 7.05 g Moderate 14%
- Carbohydrate 10.05 g 4%
- Total Fat 5.09 g Moderate 7%
- Saturated Fat 0.8 g Low Source 4%
- Trans Fat 0.0 g Low Source 0%
- Cholesterol 16.51 mg Moderate 6%
- Sodium 25.36 mg Low Source 1%
- Dietary Fiber 0.61 g Low Source 2%
- Total Sugars 7.39 g --
- Added Sugars 0.0 g Low Source 0%
- Calcium 13.35 mg Low Source 1%
- Iron 0.47 mg Low Source 3%
- Potassium 196.79 mg Low Source 4%
- Vitamin A 14.83 mcg Low Source 2%
- Vitamin C 13.9 mg Moderate 15%
- Vitamin D 0.05 mcg Low Source 0%
Values are per serving. Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000-calorie diet.
- Citrus 🍊
- Fish 🐟
- Garlic 🧄
- Onions 🧅
About This Recipe
Orange Roasted Salmon is made with 10 ingredients and serves 5. It takes about 55 mins and is rated easy. Key ingredients include Dried Parsley, Garlic Powder, Honey, and Lemon Juice. Each serving provides about 110.34 kcal.
Recipe Questions
- What is Orange Roasted Salmon made of?
- The main ingredients are Dried Parsley, Garlic Powder, Honey, Lemon Juice, Lemon Pepper. The full list of 10 is above.
- How long does it take to make Orange Roasted Salmon?
- About 55 mins in total: 15 mins to prepare and 40 mins to cook.
- How many calories are in one serving?
- One serving provides about 110.34 kcal. The full nutrition breakdown is above.
- Is Orange Roasted Salmon easy to make?
- This recipe is rated easy, with 10 ingredients and 5 steps.
- Is Orange Roasted Salmon healthy?
- Orange Roasted Salmon has an easyChef Pro health score of 38/100. Per serving, it provides 110.34 calories and 7.05 g of protein, or 14% of the Daily Value. It contains Citrus, Fish, Garlic and Onions, so it may not be suitable for people with those allergies or dietary restrictions. Whether it fits your goals depends on your complete meal plan and nutritional needs. Remix it in easyChef Pro to adjust the ingredients and generate fresh nutrition and scores.
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