Heart-Healthy Blackened Salmon

Transform your weeknight dinner routine with this flavorful and nutritious Heart-Healthy Blackened Salmon recipe! Perfectly seasoned with a bold homemade blackening spice blend, these salmon fillets are pan-seared to golden perfection, creating a crisp, savory crust while keeping the fish tender and flaky inside. Packed with protein and heart-smart omega-3s, this quick and easy dish—ready in just 20 minutes—is elevated with a drizzle of fresh lemon juice and a sprinkle of vibrant parsley. Serve it alongside your favorite steamed vegetables or a crisp salad for a well-balanced, satisfying meal. Whether you're looking for a crowd-pleasing healthy recipe or a flavorful way to enjoy salmon, this dish is guaranteed to impress!

Nutriscore Rating: 72/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:10 mins

Total Time:20 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 4 pieces (each about 6 oz) Salmon fillets
• 2 tablespoons Olive oil
• 2 teaspoons Paprika
• 1 teaspoon Garlic powder
• 1 teaspoon Onion powder
• 1 teaspoon Dried thyme
• 1 teaspoon Dried oregano
• 0.5 teaspoon Cayenne pepper
• 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
• 0.5 teaspoon Salt
• 2 tablespoons Fresh lemon juice
• 2 tablespoons (chopped) Fresh parsley

Directions

Step 1

In a small bowl, combine the paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, dried thyme, dried oregano, cayenne pepper, black pepper, and salt. Mix well to create the blackening spice blend.

Step 2

Pat the salmon fillets dry with paper towels. Brush each fillet lightly with olive oil on both sides.

Step 3

Evenly coat each salmon fillet with the prepared blackening spice blend, pressing gently to ensure the spices adhere well.

Step 4

Heat a large non-stick skillet over medium-high heat. Add the remaining olive oil to the skillet and swirl to coat the surface.

Step 5

Place the salmon fillets in the skillet, skin-side down, and cook for 3 to 4 minutes, or until the spices are deeply browned but not burnt.

Step 6

Carefully flip the fillets and cook for an additional 3 to 4 minutes, or until the salmon is cooked through and flakey.

Step 7

Remove the salmon from the skillet and transfer to a serving plate.

Step 8

Drizzle fresh lemon juice over the salmon fillets and garnish with freshly chopped parsley.

Step 9

Serve immediately, enjoying with a side of your choice, such as steamed vegetables or a fresh salad.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(762.6g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1555.2

Total Fat 105.4g	0%
Saturated Fat 15.4g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.7g
Cholesterol 272.2mg	0%
Sodium 1738.4mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 11.6g	0%
Dietary Fiber 9.2g	0%
Total Sugars 1.5g
Protein 143.6g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 62.1mg	0%
Iron 6.8mg	0%
Potassium 301.7mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 60.4%

Protein: 36.6%

Carbs: 3.0%