⏱ 20 min total

Salmon with Creamy Cilantro Lime Sauce

Name: Salmon with Creamy Cilantro Lime Sauce
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 10 min
Total time: 20 min
Yield: 1 serving
Ingredients: 6 oz Atlantic salmon; ¼ tsp, ground Cumin seed; ⅛ tsp Coriander seed; ¼ pinch Cayenne pepper; ¼ dash Salt; ¼ dash Black pepper; 2 tbsp Sour cream; ½ medium Scallions; 2 tbsp Cilantro; 1 tsp Lime juice; ½ cloves, minced Garlic

Per 1 serving · 217 g · 11 ingredients

Calories

405

20%
of a 2,000 cal day

Protein
36g
36% of calories
Carbs
3.3g
3% of calories
Fat
27g
60% of calories

Portion

✓ Protein-dense
✓ Keto-friendly
✓ Sugar free

At a glance

One serving of Salmon with Creamy Cilantro Lime Sauce (217 g) has 405 calories, with 36 g of protein, 3.3 g of carbohydrates and 27 g of fat. Most of its energy comes from fat (60% of calories). It is high in protein (72% DV), Vitamin E (42% DV) and thiamine (29% DV). Keep an eye on saturated fat and cholesterol, which provide 37% and 35% of the daily value.

Per 100 g

186cal

medium energy density

Protein per 100 cal

8.9g

Net carbs

carbs minus fiber

Fiber

0.5g

0.4 g sugar

High in

20%+ of the daily value

Protein72%
Vitamin E42%
Thiamine29%
Riboflavin (B2)23%
Niacin93%
Vitamin B685%

Good source of

10–19% of the daily value

Vitamin C12%
Vitamin K19%
Folate (B9)14%
Iron17%
Potassium15%
Magnesium13%

Watch

20%+ of the daily value

Saturated fat37%
Cholesterol35%

Ingredients

For one serving. Tap an ingredient to see its nutrition.

Directions

Prep 10 minCook 10 min

1
Remove salmon fillets from the refrigerator and let them rest at room temperature for 10 minutes. Meanwhile, prepare the sauce.
2
Combine sour cream, scallions, cilantro, lime juice, garlic, and a dash of salt in a food processor. Process until the cilantro is finely minced. Set aside at room temperature.
3
In a small bowl, whisk together cumin, coriander, cayenne pepper, salt, and black pepper. Pat the salmon dry with paper towels, then season both sides with the spice mixture and rub lightly.
4
Heat a 12-inch non-stick skillet over medium-high heat. Add oil and, once shimmering, place the salmon top-side down. Cook for about 4 minutes until golden brown, then flip and cook for another 2-3 minutes until cooked through. Serve warm with the creamy cilantro lime sauce.

Vitamins & minerals

Amounts for 1 serving (217 g). Bars show % of the daily value.

Vitamins

Nutrient	Amount	% Daily Value
Vitamin A	44 μg	5%
Vitamin C	11 mg	12%
Vitamin D	0.1 μg	0%
Vitamin E	6 mg	42%
Vitamin K	23 μg	19%
Thiamine	0.3 mg	29%
Riboflavin (B2)	0.3 mg	23%
Niacin	15 mg	93%
Vitamin B6	1 mg	85%
Folate (B9)	54 μg	14%
Vitamin B12	6 μg	233%
Pantothenic acid	3 mg	55%
Choline	141 mg	26%

Minerals

Nutrient	Amount	% Daily Value
Calcium	66 mg	7%
Iron	1 mg	17%
Potassium	718 mg	15%
Magnesium	55 mg	13%
Phosphorus	448 mg	64%
Zinc	1 mg	8%
Copper	0.1 mg	10%
Manganese	0.1 mg	4%
Selenium	42 μg	76%

Full breakdown · 43 more nutrients

Nutrient	Amount	% Daily Value
Alanine	2 g	—
Alpha Linolenic Acid (ALA)	0.3 g	—
Alpha carotene	1 μg	—
Arginine	2 g	—
Aspartic acid	4 g	—
Beta carotene	157 μg	—
Caffeine	0 mg	—
Cystine	0.4 g	—
Docosahexaenoic Acid (DHA)	2 g	—
Docosapentaenoic Acid (DPA)	1 g	—
Eicosapentaenoic Acid (EPA)	1 g	—
Fluoride	0 μg	—
Fructose	0 g	—
Galactose	0 g	—
Glucose	0 g	—
Glutamic acid	5 g	—
Glycine	2 g	—
Histidine	1 g	—
Hydroxyproline	0.1 g	—
Isoleucine	2 g	—
Lactose	0 g	—
Leucine	3 g	—
Lycopene	0 μg	—
Lysine	3 g	—
Maltose	0 g	—
Methionine	1 g	—
Monounsaturated fats	8 g	—
Phenylalanine	1 g	—
Polyunsaturated fats	7 g	—
Proline	1 g	—
Retinol	30 μg	—
Serine	2 g	—
Starch	0 g	—
Sucrose	0 g	—
Theobromine	0 mg	—
Threonine	1 g	—
Total omega 3	4 g	—
Total omega 6	0.1 g	—
Tryptophan	0.4 g	—
Tyrosine	1 g	—
Valine	2 g	—
Vitamin D2	0 μg	—
Vitamin D3	0.1 μg	—

Burning 405 calories

Estimated for a 70 kg (154 lb) adult using MET values from the Compendium of Physical Activities.

77min
Walking (3.5 mph)
49min
Cycling (moderate)
34min
Running (6 mph)
57min
Swimming laps

Common questions

How many calories are in Salmon with Creamy Cilantro Lime Sauce?

One serving of Salmon with Creamy Cilantro Lime Sauce (1 serving) has 405 calories, which works out to 186 calories per 100 g. That is about 20% of a 2,000-calorie day.

Is Salmon with Creamy Cilantro Lime Sauce high in protein?

Yes. It has 36 g of protein per serving, and 36% of its calories come from protein (8.9 g of protein per 100 calories).

Is Salmon with Creamy Cilantro Lime Sauce keto-friendly?

It can fit a ketogenic diet: 3 g of net carbs per serving, with carbs making up 3% of calories.

How much sodium is in Salmon with Creamy Cilantro Lime Sauce?

170 mg per serving.

How much sugar is in Salmon with Creamy Cilantro Lime Sauce?

0.4 g of total sugars per serving. Labels list total sugars, which include natural sugars from fruit and milk as well as any added sugars.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size1 serving (217 g)

Calories405

% Daily Value*

Total fat 27g	34%
Saturated fat 7.5g	37%
Trans fat 0g
Cholesterol 105mg	35%
Sodium 170mg	7%
Total carbohydrate 3.3g	1%
Dietary fiber 0.5g	2%
Total sugars 0.4g
Protein 36g

* The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

How we calculate this

% Daily Values use FDA reference amounts for a 2,000-calorie diet. The calorie split uses 4 kcal/g for protein and carbs and 9 kcal/g for fat. Claims such as “low sodium” follow FDA thresholds for the serving shown.

Our methodology

Updated October 13, 2026 · Not medical advice

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