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Blackened salmon fillet with a deep golden brown spice crust resting on mixed leafy greens. The salmon is coated in seasoning, lightly glossy with oil, and sprinkled with chopped fresh herbs, served as a high protein salmon salad on a white plate.

Blackened Salmon Over Fresh Mixed Greens

Nesting Lane
Blackened Salmon Over Fresh Mixed Greens is a quick, healthy dinner with bold spices and tender salmon, perfect for busy weeknights.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Course Main Course
Cuisine Asian
Servings 2

Equipment

Cast Iron Skillet
Small Bowl
Measuring Spoons
Fish spatula or wide spatula
Basting Brush
Paper Towels

Ingredients
 

Instructions
 

  • Pat the salmon fillets dry with paper towels and place on a plate.
  • In a small bowl, combine paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, dried oregano, cayenne pepper, black pepper, and salt.
  • Brush both sides of the salmon fillets with olive oil.
  • Sprinkle the spice mixture evenly over the salmon and press it in gently.
  • Heat a cast iron skillet over medium-high heat until hot.
  • Place the salmon in the skillet and cook for 4 to 5 minutes without moving, to form a crust.
  • Flip the salmon carefully with a fish spatula and cook for another 3 to 4 minutes, until cooked through and it flakes easily.
  • Divide the mixed lettuce greens onto two plates.
  • Place one salmon fillet on top of each plate of greens.
  • Garnish with chopped fresh parsley and serve immediately.

Notes

7 WW Smart Points

Tips and Tricks

Getting the Best Crust - Preheat your cast iron skillet before adding the salmon to help the spices stick and get a good crust.
Preventing Sticking - Brush both the fish and skillet lightly with oil to help prevent sticking.
Checking Doneness - The salmon should flake easily with a fork when done.

Storing and Reheating

Reheat on Stovetop - Place the salmon in a skillet over low heat for a few minutes until just warmed through. Serve over fresh greens for best texture.
Storing - Store leftover salmon and greens separately in the fridge for up to 2 days.

Nutrition

Calories: 337kcalCarbohydrates: 12gProtein: 39gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 5gMonounsaturated Fat: 7gCholesterol: 94mgSodium: 175mgPotassium: 1552mgFiber: 5gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 26541IUVitamin C: 36mgCalcium: 159mgIron: 5mg
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