This low carb salmon dinner comes together in 15 minutes with only 2-3 ingredients. The mayonnaise adds a creamy tang to the salmon and the optional salsa macha adds the heat and the crunch. Great week-night dinner!
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There are really only 2 key ingredients to this recipe! You will need the salmon and the mayonnaise. The lemon slices are more for garnish and the salsa macha is an addition for those who like spice.

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Roasted Salmon Smothered in Mayonnaise
Equipment
- Spatula
- Parchment paper or aluminum foil
Ingredients
- 24-30 ounces salmon cut into 4 6-ounce filets
- salt and pepper to taste
- ½ cup mayonnaise
- 1 lemon sliced
- 3-4 teaspoons salsa macha optional
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400 F.Trim the thin parts of the salmon and set aside for future use. You want the filets to be the same thickness so they roast to completion at the same time.Cut the salmon crosswise into 4 equal-thick filets. You don't need to cut all the way through the skin, as it is easier to move the filets to the baking sheet in one piece.24-30 ounces salmon
- Place the filets on a foil-lined baking sheet and spread the mayonnaise over the top of the salmon filets. Top with the lemon slices.Roast at 400 F for 10 minutes (if your salmon is thin, it will only take 5-7 minutes).1/2 cup mayonnaise, 1 lemon
- Turn the oven to broil and move the rack up, allowing about 6 inches between broiler and salmon. Broil for 5 minutes or until salmon flakes easily and the mayonnaise is golden.
- Let salmon rest for 5 minutes and serve with a side of spicy salsa macha3-4 teaspoons salsa macha, salt and pepper