Blackened Salmon Caesar Salad
Elevate your salad game with this bold and flavorful Blackened Salmon Caesar Salad, a perfect blend of smoky spices and creamy indulgence. Succulent salmon fillets are coated in a robust spice mix featuring paprika, garlic powder, and a hint of cayenne, then seared to perfection for a beautifully charred crust. This hearty protein rests atop a bed of crisp romaine lettuce tossed with creamy Caesar dressing, crunchy croutons, and a generous sprinkle of Parmesan cheese. Quick and easy to prepare in just 25 minutes, this recipe is a restaurant-quality dish you can enjoy at home. Perfect for a light yet satisfying lunch or dinner, this salad is finished with a squeeze of fresh lemon for a zesty, refreshing touch. A must-try for seafood lovers and salad enthusiasts alike!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 pieces Salmon fillets
- 2 tablespoons Olive oil
- 2 teaspoons Paprika
- 1 teaspoon Garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon Onion powder
- 1 teaspoon Dried thyme
- 0.5 teaspoons Cayenne pepper
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 0.5 teaspoons Black pepper
- 2 heads Romaine lettuce
- 0.5 cups Parmesan cheese, grated
- 0.5 cups Caesar dressing
- 1 cup Croutons
- 4 pieces Lemon wedges
Instructions
Pat the salmon fillets dry with a paper towel and set aside.
In a small bowl, mix together the paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, dried thyme, cayenne pepper, salt, and black pepper.
Brush the salmon fillets with 1 tablespoon of olive oil, then generously coat both sides with the spice mixture.
Heat the remaining 1 tablespoon of olive oil in a large, non-stick skillet over medium-high heat.
Place the salmon fillets in the skillet skin-side up and cook for 3-4 minutes without moving, until blackened.
Flip the fillets and cook an additional 3-4 minutes until the salmon is fully cooked and flakes easily with a fork.
While the salmon cooks, wash and chop the romaine lettuce into bite-sized pieces and place it in a large salad bowl.
Add the grated Parmesan cheese, croutons, and Caesar dressing to the lettuce. Toss until evenly coated.
Divide the salad into four serving plates.
Place one piece of blackened salmon on top of each salad portion.
Serve immediately with a lemon wedge on the side for squeezing over the salmon and salad.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1889 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 106.3 g | 136% | |
| Saturated Fat | 23.0 g | 115% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 4.6 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 244 mg | 81% | |
| Sodium | 5772 mg | 251% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 103.9 g | 38% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 25.0 g | 89% | |
| Total Sugars | 22.0 g | ||
| Protein | 144.1 g | 288% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 987 mg | 76% | |
| Iron | 16.8 mg | 93% | |
| Potassium | 2654 mg | 56% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
