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Blackened Salmon recipe

Blackened Salmon with Avocado Cream

Course: Entree
Cuisine: American
Keyword: Blackened Salmon, Pan Fried Salmon, Salmon recipe
Prep Time: 5 minutes
Cook Time: 6 minutes
Total Time: 13 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 241kcal
Author: Colleen Kennedy
This easy Blackened Salmon recipe is a fast & flavorful good for you meal! Recipe for Blackened Salmon, delicious!
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Ingredients

  • 4 6 oz portions of salmon (or larger)
  • Blackening seasoning
  • Avocado or olive oil
  • Fresh lemon

Instructions

  • Heat 1-2 TBS oil in a non-stick sauté pan. Medium heat. (7 for electric).
  • Season skin side of salmon with blackening season.
  • When the pan and oil are hot, add salmon gently, season skin side down. Season the top with blackening season and cook for about 3 minutes or until the skin is crispy.
  • Gently flip and cook 2 minutes or so more or until done to your liking. Cook time will depend on the size and thickness of your salmon fillets,
  • Give salmon a quick squeeze of fresh lemon juice, remove from pan. Let it rest for 2 minutes and enjoy!

Notes

If you can get it, purchasing wild-caught salmon is best.

Nutrition

Serving: 4g | Calories: 241kcal | Protein: 34g | Fat: 11g | Saturated Fat: 2g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 4g | Monounsaturated Fat: 4g | Cholesterol: 94mg | Sodium: 75mg | Potassium: 833mg | Vitamin A: 68IU | Calcium: 20mg | Iron: 1mg