Blackened Salmon Caesar Salad Recipe

Name: Blackened Salmon Caesar Salad
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: Blackening Seasoning; 2 tablespoons paprika; 2 teaspoons onion powder; 2 teaspoons garlic powder; 1 teaspoon cayenne; 1 teaspoon white pepper; 1 teaspoon black pepper; 1 teaspoon thyme; 1 teaspoon oregano; 1/2 teaspoon sugar; 2 teaspoons salt; The Rest; 4 (4 ounce) skinless boned salmon fillets; nonstick cooking spray (see note); 2 heads romaine lettuce, cleaned, dried and torn; 3/4 cup grated parmesan cheese; 1 cup caesar salad dressing (to taste); 2 cups toasted croutons; lemon wedge (to garnish)

Servings: persons

Blackening Seasoning
2 tablespoons paprika
2 teaspoons onion powder
2 teaspoons garlic powder
1 teaspoon cayenne
1 teaspoon white pepper
1 teaspoon black pepper
1 teaspoon thyme
1 teaspoon oregano
1/2 teaspoon sugar
2 teaspoons salt
The Rest
4 (4 ounce) skinless boned salmon fillets
nonstick cooking spray (see note)
2 heads romaine lettuce, cleaned, dried and torn
3/4 cup grated parmesan cheese
1 cup caesar salad dressing (to taste)
2 cups toasted croutons
lemon wedge (to garnish)

1
Combine seasonings in a medium bowl.
2
Rinse fish and pat dry. Coat thoroughly with seasonings, pressing into flesh.
3
Spray both sides thoroughly with non-stick vegetable spray after coating.
4
Cook in a hot nonstick or cast iron skillet, on grill or under broiler for 10 minutes per inch of thickness. Turn halfway through cooking. Set aside to rest.
5
Add lettuce, half of Parmesan cheese and slightly more than half of dressing to a large salad bowl. Add croutons and toss gently and thoroughly to evenly coat greens.
6
Distribute mixture between 4 serving plates. Top each salad with a piece of salmon, sprinkle with additional cheese and garnish with lemon.
7
Grind black pepper over top if desired. Serve with additional dressing if needed.
8
Note: I prefer the sizzle of pan frying and using 1 tablespoon each butter and vegetable oil.

382

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

My Personal Notes

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 19 ingredients. The key ingredients include: Blackening Seasoning, 2 tablespoons paprika, 2 teaspoons onion powder, 2 teaspoons garlic powder, and more.

Yes, Blackened Salmon Caesar Salad falls under the Seafood category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Keep refrigerated in an airtight container and enjoy within 1–2 days for the best freshness. Best served cold — no reheating needed.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Blackened Salmon Caesar Salad

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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