Tandoori Salmon

Recipe makes 4 servings

Ingredients:

1/2 tsp (1g) ground coriander
1½ tsp (3.4g) red chili powder or paprika
1/2 tsp (0.8g) garam masala
1 tsp (3g) ground turmeric
1 tsp (7g) minced fresh ginger
3 garlic cloves (9g), minced
1 lemon (48g), juiced
1/3 cup (74g) plain Greek yogurt
4 (4 oz/113g each) salmon filets
salt and freshly ground pepper
lemon wedges to serve

Instructions:

Mix coriander, chili powder, garam masala, turmeric, ginger, garlic, lemon juice, and Greek yogurt in a glass container. Add salmon filets and coat them with the mixture. If time permits, cover the container and refrigerate for about half an hour to marinate.

In the meantime, heat the oven to 425°F/220°C. Remove salmon from marinade and place in a lightly oiled baking dish. Season with salt and pepper to taste and bake for about 10 minutes, or until the salmon is fork-tender. Alternatively, cook the salmon in an air fryer following the manufacturer’s instructions.

Serve with lemon wedges and a salad of choice.

Nutritional breakdown per serving (recipe makes 4 servings)

187 Calories
27.8g Protein
6.7g Fat
0.7g Fiber
4.1g Total Carbs
3.4g NET Carbs

Dr. Benjamin Bikman

Author

Dr. Benjamin Bikman, PhD, is a metabolic scientist and professor of Physiology & Developmental Biology, widely recognized for his research on insulin resistance, human metabolism, and metabolic health. As an expert in energy regulation and the hormonal drivers of obesity, he has published numerous studies connecting diet, macronutrient balance, and insulin response. Dr. Bikman is the Co-Founder and Chief Scientist of HLTH Code, where he applies his metabolic research to formulate science-backed nutrition solutions. He is also the author of Why We Get Sick, a leading book on metabolic dysfunction, and is frequently referenced in discussions on low-carb nutrition, protein prioritization, and metabolic wellness.