Easy Blackened Salmon Caesar Salad Recipe

Name: Easy Blackened Salmon Caesar Salad
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 16 ounces complete caesar salad in a bag (or 2 - 8 ounce packages); 4 (4 ounce) salmon fillets, skin off (can substitute Pacific Cod or Halibut or Tilapia); 1 teaspoon ground cumin; 1 teaspoon ground fennel; ½ teaspoon ground coriander; 1 teaspoon dried oregano; 1 teaspoon new mexico chile powder; 2 teaspoons spanish paprika; ½ teaspoon ground cayenne pepper; 2 teaspoons coarse kosher salt; ½ teaspoon freshly cracked black pepper

Servings: persons

16 ounces complete caesar salad in a bag (or 2 - 8 ounce packages)
4 (4 ounce) salmon fillets, skin off (can substitute Pacific Cod or Halibut or Tilapia)
1 teaspoon ground cumin
1 teaspoon ground fennel
½ teaspoon ground coriander
1 teaspoon dried oregano
1 teaspoon new mexico chile powder
2 teaspoons spanish paprika
½ teaspoon ground cayenne pepper
2 teaspoons coarse kosher salt
½ teaspoon freshly cracked black pepper

1
Mix all dry ingredients together to make blackening spice mix.
2
Heat a heavy skillet over medium-high heat.
3
(Note: If desired, you can use about 2 tablespoons butter or olive oil.
4
).
5
Coat each fillet with spice blend by dredging fish, knock off excess by tapping filet against the side of the container.
6
Place fillets in hot skillet.
7
Cook until well browned, about 5 minutes.
8
Flip fillets; cook through, about 5 minutes more.
9
Transfer to plate; set aside.
10
To assemble salads, toss the salad kit ingredients in a medium bowl.
11
Divide the salad onto the four plates and lay a piece of salmon on each.
12
Fish may also be broken into large chunks and tossed in with the salad.
13
Finish with a drizzle of Caesar salad dressing.

223

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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

Feel free to swap in similar ingredients you already have on hand and adjust seasoning to taste.

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

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

You need 11 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 16 ounces complete caesar salad in a bag (or 2 - 8 ounce packages), 4 (4 ounce) salmon fillets, skin off (can substitute Pacific Cod or Halibut or Tilapia), 1 teaspoon ground cumin, 1 teaspoon ground fennel, and more.

Yes, Easy 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!

Easy Blackened Salmon Caesar Salad

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Variations & substitutions

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