Summer is the ideal time for quick and easy meals, and salmon tops our list. We love this mouthwatering baked salmon dish, especially paired with a refreshing cucumber-orange salsa.

This delightful recipe for Roasted Salmon and Spicy Cucumber-Orange Salsa features flavors that shine through. The juicy salmon is enhanced by a vibrant salsa, which adds a spicy, citrusy twist to each bite.

The cooling cucumbers are elevated with fresh dill, jalapeño, and fish sauce. Don't skip the orange zest—it truly captures the essence of summer in your dish. If you're ready to impress at your next summer gathering, gather your ingredients and follow our simple recipe below.

Roasted Salmon with Cucumber Salsa

Check out this scrumptious baked salmon recipe!

Description

A vibrant, flavorful meal that's simple to prepare for summer.

Ingredients

For the spicy cucumber-orange salsa

  • 3 Persian cucumbers, diced
  • 1 small bunch of dill, chopped (1/2 to 3/4 cup)
  • 2 or 3 garlic scapes, finely chopped
  • 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
  • 1 tablespoon avocado oil
  • 3 teaspoons white wine vinegar
  • 2 teaspoons fish sauce
  • Half a jalapeño, thinly sliced (remove seeds for less spice)
  • Zest from 1 orange
  • Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste

For the roasted salmon

  • Extra-virgin olive oil
  • 2 pounds wild sockeye or coho salmon fillet
  • Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
  • 1/4 cup fresh cilantro leaves (flowers are a bonus) for garnish
  • Flake salt, for finishing

Instructions

For the spicy cucumber-orange salsa

  1. In a medium bowl, mix together cucumbers, dill, scapes, olive oil, avocado oil, vinegar, fish sauce, jalapeño, and orange zest.
  2. Toss everything to combine, then season with salt and pepper to taste. Set aside.

For the roasted salmon

  1. Preheat the oven to 400°F and lightly grease a sheet pan with olive oil. Place the salmon skin side down on the pan.
  2. Drizzle with more olive oil, then season generously with salt and pepper.
  3. Let the salmon come to room temperature while the oven heats for even cooking.
  4. Roast the salmon until the top is opaque and the center remains slightly translucent, about 8 to 10 minutes. Different thicknesses will yield varying doneness, catering to all preferences.
  5. Transfer the salmon to a serving platter and top with the salsa.
  6. Garnish with torn cilantro and a sprinkle of flake salt to taste.

Comments (3)

  1. Tina says: August 12, 2022 at 7:25 am

    This is delicious! A perfect salmon recipe for summer. I adjusted it a bit since I didn't have all ingredients (used scallions instead of dill and trout instead of salmon). My family loved it!

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  2. Ted Johnson says: October 28, 2022 at 9:36 am

    This salmon recipe is incredible! It's also quite nutritious and aids in weight loss. I think it would be fantastic for dinner, especially with the salsa. Can I use ghee instead of olive oil for roasting?

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    1. Isabelle Eyman says: January 18, 2023 at 3:15 pm

      Glad you enjoyed it! Yes, ghee is a great alternative! It will give your salmon a crispy exterior and a lovely buttery taste. Enjoy!

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