Salmon Seasoning
I make salmon at least once a week, and over the years, I’ve tried all kinds of store-bought blends and marinades. But nothing beats this homemade salmon seasoning—it’s just the right balance of savory, smoky, and a touch sweet. It brings out the best in salmon without overpowering it. I keep a small jar of this mix on hand at all times, and it saves dinner on busy weeknights.
Servings: 5 servings
Ingredients
- 1 tablespoon salt
- 2 teaspoons onion powder
- 2 teaspoons garlic powder
- 2 teaspoons brown sugar
- 2 teaspoons paprika
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1 teaspoon thyme
- 1/2 teaspoon pepper
Instructions
- Combine all ingredients in a dish.1 tablespoon salt, 2 teaspoons onion powder, 2 teaspoons garlic powder, 2 teaspoons brown sugar, 2 teaspoons paprika, 1 teaspoon smoked paprika, 1 teaspoon thyme, 1/2 teaspoon pepper
- Sprinkle the seasoning over your salmon before cooking. Use about 1 tablespoon of seasoning per pound of salmon.
Notes
- Pat the salmon dry before seasoning so the blend sticks better.
- Add a light rub of oil if you’re grilling to prevent the fish from sticking.
- For extra heat, mix in a pinch of cayenne or red pepper flakes.
- Want it sugar-free? Simply leave out the brown sugar or use a sugar-free sweetener.
Nutrition
Serving: 1serving | Calories: 17kcal | Carbohydrates: 4g | Protein: 0.5g | Fat: 0.2g | Saturated Fat: 0.03g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 0.1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 0.03g | Sodium: 1398mg | Potassium: 57mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 2g | Vitamin A: 611IU | Vitamin C: 1mg | Calcium: 11mg | Iron: 0.5mg