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Healthy Blackened Salmon

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  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 10 minutes
  • Total Time: 20 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Pan-searing
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Paleo

Description

A quick and healthy blackened salmon recipe that combines simple spices and a pan-searing method for a flavorful meal any night of the week.


Ingredients

  • 4 salmon fillets
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon paprika
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon onion powder
  • 1 teaspoon cayenne pepper
  • 1 teaspoon dried thyme
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Lemon wedges for serving


Instructions

  1. Mix together paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, cayenne pepper, dried thyme, salt, and pepper in a small bowl.
  2. Rub the spice mixture over both sides of each salmon fillet.
  3. Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat.
  4. Add the salmon fillets to the skillet and cook for about 4-5 minutes on each side, or until cooked through and blackened.
  5. Serve with lemon wedges on the side.

Notes

For deeper flavor, let the spice rub sit on the salmon for 20-30 minutes before cooking. Monitor cooking time to prevent overcooking.