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Healthy Salmon Rub Recipe Sugar served on a white plate with lemon and herbs.

Salmon Rub Recipe -Sugar

Emily Wilson
Discover the ultimate Salmon Rub Recipe-Sugar with bold, healthy flavors. No sweeteners needed just pure spice magic for perfect salmon every time!
Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Course Main Course
Cuisine european
Servings 4 servings
Calories 280 kcal

Ingredients
  

  • 2 tbsp Smoked paprika | Use regular paprika for a milder flavor
  • 1 tbsp Garlic powder | Fresh minced garlic works too but may burn easier
  • 1 tbsp Onion powder | Adds depth without the texture of fresh onion
  • 1 tsp Ground black pepper | Freshly ground is best for maximum flavor
  • 1 tsp Sea salt | Adjust according to your sodium preferences
  • 1 tsp Dried thyme | Dried herbs work better in rubs than fresh
  • 1 tsp Dried oregano | Mediterranean flavor that pairs beautifully with salmon
  • ½ tsp Ground cumin | Adds earthy notes without overpowering
  • ¼ tsp Cayenne pepper | Adjust for your heat preference

Instructions
 

Combine all ingredients

  • in a small bowl and mix thoroughly until well blended.
    Combining spices for Salmon Rub Recipe -Sugar in a white bowl.

Prepare your salmon fillets

  • by patting them dry with paper towels. This ensures the rub adheres properly.
    Patting salmon fillets dry for Salmon Rub Recipe -Sugar.

Apply the rub generously

  • to all sides of the salmon, pressing gently to adhere.
    Applying sugar-free seasoning to salmon for Salmon Rub Recipe -Sugar.

Let the salmon rest

  • with the rub for at least 15 minutes at room temperature, or up to 2 hours in the refrigerator for deeper flavor penetration.
    Letting seasoned salmon rest for Salmon Rub Recipe -Sugar flavor infusion.

Cook according to your preferred method

  • grill, bake, pan-sear, or air fry until the internal temperature reaches 145°F (63°C).
    Cooking salmon to finish the Salmon Rub Recipe -Sugar.

Notes

Nutrition Information (Per Serving, Rub Only):
  • Calories ~15
  • Carbohydrates 3g
  • Protein <1g
  • Fat <1g
  • Sodium 295mg
  • Fiber 1g
  • Sugar 0g
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