Oven Baked Cajun Salmon (Printer-Friendly)

Bold Cajun-spiced salmon baked to juicy perfection in under 30 minutes. A healthy, flavorful weeknight favorite.

# What You'll Need:

01 - 4 (6 oz) salmon fillets, skin-on or skinless

02 - 2 tbsp olive oil

03 - 2 tbsp Cajun seasoning

04 - 1/2 tsp garlic powder

05 - 1/2 tsp smoked paprika

06 - 1/4 tsp black pepper

07 - 1/4 tsp sea salt (optional, adjust to taste)

08 - 1 tbsp chopped fresh parsley

09 - 1 small lemon, cut into wedges

01 - Preheat oven to 400°F. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or lightly grease with oil.

02 - Pat the salmon fillets dry with paper towels and arrange them skin-side down on the prepared baking sheet.

03 - In a small bowl, combine the olive oil, Cajun seasoning, garlic powder, smoked paprika, black pepper, and sea salt until well blended.

04 - Brush or rub the seasoning mixture evenly over the tops and sides of each salmon fillet, ensuring full coverage.

05 - Bake for 12 to 15 minutes, until the salmon flakes easily with a fork and the internal temperature reaches 145°F.

06 - Remove from the oven and let the salmon rest for 2 to 3 minutes. Garnish with fresh chopped parsley and serve with lemon wedges.

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The Cajun spice crust locks in moisture so the salmon stays incredibly juicy without any fussy technique.
Twenty five minutes from fridge to plate means this beats takeout on even your most exhausted evenings.
It is naturally gluten free and low carb, so you can serve it to practically anyone without a second thought.

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Do not skip drying the salmon, because excess moisture prevents the spice crust from forming and you end up steaming instead of baking.
Start checking at 12 minutes, since thin fillets cook fast and overcooked salmon turns dry in seconds.

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Check your Cajun seasoning label for allergens like mustard or gluten if you are cooking for someone with sensitivities.
A silicone pastry brush coats the salmon more evenly than a spoon and wastes less of that beautiful seasoning paste.