Flavorful Baked Blackened Salmon Recipe
Indulge in the rich, smoky flavor of this Flavorful Baked Blackened Salmon. With a perfectly blackened crust and tender, flaky meat, this dish transforms a simple meal into a gourmet experience. Enhanced with spices like smoked paprika and cayenne, each bite bursts with flavor, making it ideal for both casual dinners and special occasions. Serve it with your favorite sides for an unforgettable culinary delight.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: Serves 2
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 salmon fillets (about 6 oz each)
- 1 tsp smoked paprika
- 1/2 tsp garlic powder
- 1/4 tsp cayenne pepper (adjust to taste)
- 1 tbsp fresh lemon juice
- 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- Salt and black pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a bowl, mix together the smoked paprika, garlic powder, cayenne pepper, salt, and black pepper.
- Place the salmon fillets on the prepared baking sheet. Drizzle olive oil over them and rub the spice mixture evenly on both sides.
- Bake for 12-15 minutes until the salmon flakes easily with a fork.
- Drizzle fresh lemon juice over the baked salmon before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 367
- Sugar: 0 g
- Sodium: 205 mg
- Fat: 24 g
- Saturated Fat: 4 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 20 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 0 g
- Fiber: 0 g
- Protein: 34 g
- Cholesterol: 112 mg