Low Carb Blackened Salmon
Bring bold flavors to your table with our **Low Carb Blackened Salmon**—a quick and healthy dinner option that’s bursting with spice and zest! Perfectly seared to form a crispy, smoky crust, this salmon recipe features a tantalizing blend of paprika, cayenne, garlic powder, and fragrant dried herbs like thyme and oregano, creating a mouthwatering Cajun-inspired seasoning. Cooked in just 20 minutes, it's an ideal choice for a weeknight meal that doesn’t skimp on flavor. Plus, it’s keto-friendly and low in carbs, making it an excellent option for health-conscious eaters. Serve hot with a squeeze of fresh lemon for a bright, tangy finish that perfectly complements the rich flavors. Whether you’re meal prepping or impressing dinner guests, this dish is sure to become a favorite in your recipe rotation!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 pieces Salmon fillets
- 2 tablespoons Olive oil
- 1.5 teaspoons Paprika
- 0.5 teaspoons Cayenne pepper
- 1 teaspoon Garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon Onion powder
- 1 teaspoon Dried thyme
- 1 teaspoon Dried oregano
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
- 4 slices Lemon wedges
Instructions
Preheat a large non-stick skillet over medium-high heat.
Pat the salmon fillets dry with paper towels to remove excess moisture, which helps the seasoning adhere better.
In a small bowl, combine paprika, cayenne pepper, garlic powder, onion powder, dried thyme, dried oregano, salt, and black pepper.
Rub the salmon fillets with olive oil on both sides.
Generously coat each salmon fillet with the prepared spice mixture. Ensure all surfaces are covered for maximum flavor.
Place the salmon fillets skin-side up in the preheated skillet.
Cook for about 3 to 4 minutes per side or until the spices form a crispy blackened crust and the salmon is cooked through to your preferred level of doneness.
Remove the salmon from the skillet and let it rest for a couple of minutes.
Serve the blackened salmon hot with lemon wedges on the side for a fresh citrus lift.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1217 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 84.9 g | 109% | |
| Saturated Fat | 12.5 g | 62% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 200 mg | 67% | |
| Sodium | 1588 mg | 69% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 10.4 g | 4% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 7.7 g | 28% | |
| Total Sugars | 1.2 g | ||
| Protein | 105.6 g | 211% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 54 mg | 4% | |
| Iron | 5.1 mg | 28% | |
| Potassium | 207 mg | 4% | |
*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.
