Description
A quick and flavorful blackened salmon recipe infused with Cajun seasoning, perfect for busy weeknight dinners.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 salmon fillets (6 oz each)
- 2 tablespoons Cajun seasoning
- 1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil
- Lemon wedges for serving
Instructions
- Preheat your skillet: Place a cast-iron skillet over medium-high heat until it’s smoking hot.
- Prepare the salmon: Pat the salmon fillets dry with paper towels.
- Season generously: Rub both sides of the salmon fillets with olive oil, then coat with Cajun seasoning.
- Sear the salmon: Place the seasoned fillets in the hot skillet and cook undisturbed for about 4 minutes. Flip the fillets and cook for an additional 3-4 minutes until fully cooked.
- Let them rest: Remove the salmon from the skillet and let it rest for a few minutes before serving with lemon wedges.
Notes
If desired, substitute olive oil with a zero-calorie cooking spray for a lighter option.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 fillet
- Calories: 367
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 975mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 20g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 1g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 40g
- Cholesterol: 60mg