Cajun Salmon Sandwich with Goat Cheese and Lemon Mayonnaise
Spice up your lunch game with this Cajun Salmon Sandwich with Goat Cheese and Lemon Mayonnaise—a bold, gourmet creation perfect for seafood lovers! This recipe combines perfectly seared Cajun-seasoned salmon fillets with creamy goat cheese and a zesty, homemade lemon mayonnaise, all nestled in toasted brioche buns for a buttery finish. The sandwich is balanced with the peppery crunch of fresh arugula or mixed greens, making every bite a harmony of flavors and textures. With just 25 minutes from start to finish, this quick and easy recipe is ideal for a weeknight treat or an elevated weekend meal. Don’t miss this fusion of fiery spices, tangy citrus, and rich creaminess that guarantees to become your new favorite salmon recipe.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 pieces (4-6 oz each) salmon fillets
- 2 tablespoons Cajun seasoning
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 4 ounces goat cheese
- 0.25 cup mayonnaise
- 1 teaspoon lemon zest
- 0.5 teaspoon fresh lemon juice
- 2 pieces brioche buns
- 1 cup mixed greens or arugula
- 1 tablespoon butter
- 0.25 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
Preheat a skillet or grill pan over medium-high heat.
Pat the salmon fillets dry with a paper towel and evenly coat them with Cajun seasoning, adding salt and pepper if desired.
Add olive oil to the skillet and heat until shimmering.
Place the salmon fillets skin-side down (if applicable) and cook for 3-4 minutes per side, or until the salmon is opaque and cooked through. Remove from heat and let rest for a minute.
While the salmon is cooking, prepare the lemon mayonnaise by combining mayonnaise, lemon zest, and lemon juice in a small bowl. Mix until smooth and set aside.
Lightly butter the brioche buns and toast them in a separate pan over medium heat until golden and crisp. Remove from heat.
Spread a generous layer of goat cheese on the bottom half of each toasted brioche bun.
Top the goat cheese with a cooked salmon fillet, followed by a handful of mixed greens or arugula.
Spread the lemon mayonnaise on the top half of the bun, then place it on top of the sandwich to finish assembly.
Serve immediately and enjoy your Cajun Salmon Sandwich with Goat Cheese and Lemon Mayonnaise!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2164 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 159.0 g | 204% | |
| Saturated Fat | 55.0 g | 275% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 394 mg | 131% | |
| Sodium | 6233 mg | 271% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 81.0 g | 29% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 8.5 g | 30% | |
| Total Sugars | 12.7 g | ||
| Protein | 98.3 g | 197% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.1 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 273 mg | 21% | |
| Iron | 9.1 mg | 51% | |
| Potassium | 292 mg | 6% | |
*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.
