Watch how to make healthy baked chili lime salmon

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Whether you're trying to cook healthier or just a fan of Southwestern or Mexican flavors, this may be a perfect seafood dish for you - beginner or pro. The Stay at Home Chef presents a very simple recipe, taking on the elegant presentation of salmon in just four ingredients.
"The lime juice will combine with the chili powder to create almost this paste of flavor on your salmon," the video blogger reports. And while this is a very easy recipe requiring few complex skills, we suggest watching the full video before beginning your preparation.
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Healthy baked chili lime salmon
Preparation Time: 5 minutes
Total Time: 20 minutes
Serves: 4 - 6, depending on portion size
Ingredients
1 fresh salmon filet (about 1 pound)
2 limes
2 teaspoons chili powder
1/4 teaspoon salt
Directions
1. Preheat oven to 400 degrees.
2. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper and place the fish on the parchment, skin-side down.
3. Sprinkle salt onto salmon flesh before rubbing the chili powder down the entire length of the salmon.
4. Juice the limes over the entire fish, spreading evenly.
5. Bake for 12-15 minutes, or until salmon easily flakes when gently pressed by the tines of a fork and serve.
Flavorful tip: Chili powders made from different types of chilis can offer a simple way to add some variety in this recipe. From smoky chipotle to traditional red chilis, try different combinations until you find your favorite.
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