With all of the heavier comfort food eating during the winter spring is a time for lighter and healthier fare and up next for me is this super quick, easy and tasty chipotle and lime salmon! The smokey chipotle lime flavour combo is another one of my favourites and it goes so well on melt in your mouth buttery salmon. This salmon could not be easier, you simply mix the chipotle chilies in adobo with lime juice, garlic, cumin, salt and pepper and bake and broil or grill the salmon until just cooked. This chipotle lime salmon makes for a perfect main course with some sides and it’s also great as a filling for tacos, burritos, quesadillas, salads, etc. This time I chose to serve it topped with cool and creamy avocado salsa to balance the spicy heat of the chipotle chilies. No matter how you serve it this chipotle lime salmon makes for an amazing light spring or summer meal!
Chipotle Lime Salmon
A quick, easy and tasty salmon fillet in a smokey chipotle lime sauce!
ingredients
- 2 tablespoons oil
- 1 lime, juice and zest
- 1 chipotle chili in adobo (or to taste)
- 2 teaspoons adobo sauce
- 1/2 teaspoon cumin
- 1 clove garlic, grated
- salt and pepper to taste
- 2 pound salmon fillet
directions
- Puree the oil, lime juice and zest, chipotle chilies, adobo sauce, cumin and garlic in a blender or food processor until smooth, place the salmon on foil on a baking sheet, pat dry, season with salt and pepper, spread on the chipotle mixture and bake in a preheated 400F/200C oven (or barbecue) until just cooked, about 10-15 minutes.
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Maria says
Love that sauce!
We Are Not Martha says
I already had a chipotle lime salmon I was planning to make this week, but yours looks even better!!
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Julie @ Table for Two says
Ohhh I love the flavors of this, Kevin!!
Grandbabycakes says
I love the flavor in this salmon. Perfect!
marla {Family Fresh Cooking} says
Fantastic recipe Kevin!! So healthy too 🙂
Phyllis says
Kevin, what is the yummy looking salsa you have on top of the salmon?
kevin says
Phyllis: That is an avocado salsa.
Phyllis says
Thanks Kevin. Looks delish. I will give it a try.
Katrina says
That looks delicious, Kevin!
gracenotes says
Where do I find 1 chipotle chili in adobo? Is that an ingredient I look for in a store? Thanks so much! Looks delicious, I would like to try it!
kevin says
gracenotes: You should be able to find small cans of chipotle chilies in adobo sauce in the Mexican section of your local grocery store. If you cannot find them, you can substitute 1 tablespoon ground chipotle chili powder or other chili powder.
Helen Kennedy says
Looks yummy. I will try it soon.
gracenotes says
Thanks so much Kevin. I just might be able to make this tonight!
Kate Ramos says
Oh wow! This looks phenomenal. I love how easy it is too. Yum!
Susanebere says
Love this! What sides would you serve with it?
Anonymous says
Is the adobo sauce measured from the can of chipotle chilli or is that additional?
Sue R says
I will make this on my camping trip this weekend, it looks amazing as are all your recipes. I must say you are one of my most favourite food bloggers ever. Thanks!
Roniquilts2 says
Hi, this looks like a great recipe. I was wondering if parchment paper could be used instead of the foil? I try not to use foil when cooking. Thanks.
kevin says
Roniquilts2: Yes, you can use parchment paper. Enjoy!
Susan K Howey says
WRhis chipotle lime salmon is an excellent recipe, restaurant quality. I’ll make this recipe again. My husband raved over it. The avocado salsa is excellent with the chipotle lime sauce on the salmon. Cool with a little heat makes it taste so good. I made canned diced potatoes cooked in butter with onion powder, garlic powder, paprika, salt/pepper, and parsley flakes. Excellent side with the salmon. The butter and paprika helped the potatoes brown nicely. Some prep required but very tasty and worth the preparation.
Erin says
This is my absolute favorite way to eat salmon! I make it once a week, although honestly could eat it almost every day. It’s easy, delicious and healthy. What more could you possibly want out of a meal?! Best. Recipe. Ever.
Presley says
Okay, this looks *ahhhmazing*, but I’m beyond floored that you cook these recipes in a closet-kitchen!! I thought I had a small kitchen to work in! Seriously, I don’t know how you do it, but let’s just say Wow, I’m impressed! Btw, this was my first time here, can’t wait to try some of your recipes!
Deena says
How much should I increase baking time if my salmon fillets are still slightly frozen? Asking for a friend 😀
Maryna McWilliams says
It is a great recipe! Full of flavors! I made it several times. The last time I added to the sauce about 1-2 teaspoons of honey. It turned out even better. It seems, honey enhanced the flavors even more! Thank you, Closet Cooking for the recipe!
kevin says
The sweetness of honey would be a nice addition!
Keira says
We have been making a lot of fish. This would be a great way to change things up.
Allison says
Excited to try this! I actually have never tried cooking salmon at home – do you use salmon filets with the skin on?
shar says
Would more than one chipotle be too overwhelming?
kevin says
If you like heat, you can use more!