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Blackened Salmon with Creole Lemon Dill Sauce Recipe

Blackened Salmon with Creole Lemon Dill Sauce Recipe

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  • Author: Mary
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 10 minutes
  • Total Time: 20 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Stovetop
  • Cuisine: Cajun-Creole
  • Diet: Non-Vegetarian

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

  1. Prepare Blackened Salmon: Combine spices to make the blackening blend. Rub generously on salmon. Sear in a pan until cooked.
  2. Make Lemon Dill Sauce: Whisk together mayonnaise, mustard, lemon juice, zest, dill, and Creole seasoning. Adjust seasoning.
  3. 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