Description
A tantalizing recipe for Blackened Salmon with a zesty Creole Lemon Dill Sauce, perfect for a flavorful and healthy dinner option.
Ingredients
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For Blackened Salmon:
- 4 salmon fillets (6 ounces each)
- 1 tablespoon paprika
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
For Lemon Dill Sauce:
- 1/2 cup mayonnaise
- 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
- 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon lemon zest
- 1 tablespoon chopped fresh dill
- 1 teaspoon Creole seasoning
Instructions
- Prepare Blackened Salmon: Combine spices to make the blackening blend. Rub generously on salmon. Sear in a pan until cooked.
- Make Lemon Dill Sauce: Whisk together mayonnaise, mustard, lemon juice, zest, dill, and Creole seasoning. Adjust seasoning.
- Serve: Drizzle the salmon with sauce and enjoy!
Notes
- For a lighter sauce, use Greek yogurt instead of mayonnaise.
- Pair with roasted vegetables, rice, or a green salad.
- Store leftover sauce in the fridge for up to 3 days.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 fillet with sauce
- Calories: 389
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 468mg
- Fat: 26g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 19g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 3g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 34g
- Cholesterol: 94mg