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How to Make Cajun Salmon

Within 30 minutes, this Cajun salmon recipe will give you a luscious savory fillet served with colorful mixed quinoa for a hearty healthy main course. Pair it with our delicious mango avocado salsa for a well-rounded eating experience.
  • cook TIME 15 mins
  • prep TIME 15 mins
  • total TIME 30 mins
Course: Main CourseCuisine: American
Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 488 kcal
Author: Tuyet Pham, Luna Regina

Ingredients (15)

  • 25 oz boneless salmon fillets scales removed
  • 2 cups quinoa cooked
  • 1/4 cup unsalted chicken broth
  • 2 oz lemon slice
  • 2 1/2 tbsp unsalted butter
  • 1 tbsp cajun seasoning divided
  • 1/2 tbsp honey
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 2 tbsp garlic minced
  • 1/4 tsp salt
  • 1/2 tsp black pepper
  • 1/2 tsp paprika
  • 1/2 tsp thyme
  • 1 tsp lemon juice
  • 2 tbsp parsley chopped

INSTRUCTIONS

1

Add the seasonings to the salmon: Add 1/2 tbsp cajun seasoning, 1/2 tsp paprika, 1/4 tsp salt, and 1/2 tsp black pepper to the salmon fillets.

2

Rub the spices to evenly coat both sides of the fillets.

3

Pan-sear the skin side of the fillets: In a skillet over medium heat, add 2 tbsp olive oil, then place the salmon fillets skin-side down and cook for 4 minutes.

4

Flip and cook the other side: Flip the fillets and cook for 3 more minutes. Transfer the fillets to a plate when done.

5

Add butter, thyme, and garlic: In the same skillet, add 2 1/2 tbsp unsalted butter, add 2 tbsp garlic, and 1/2 tsp thyme. Stir well for 30 seconds.

6

Add cajun seasoning, lemon juice, honey, and chicken broth: Continue to add 1/2 tbsp cajun seasoning, 1/2 tbsp honey, 1 tsp lemon juice, and 1/4 cup unsalted chicken broth. Sauté for 30 seconds.

7

Add the pan-seared salmon fillets: Place the salmon fillets back in the skillet and cook for 2 more minutes, then remove from heat.

8

Garnish with parsley and lemon slices.

9

Serve: Transfer the fillets to a plate and serve with cooked quinoa and mango avocado salsa (optional).

Nutrition

Serving: 1 serving | Calories: 488kcal | Fat 24g | Saturated Fat 7g | Polyunsaturated Fat 4g | Monounsaturated Fat 10g | Cholesterol 110mg | Sodium 536mg | Potassium 856mg | Carbohydrate 26g | Fiber 3g | Sugar 5g | Protein 44g | Vitamin A 597IU | Vitamin C 5mg | Calcium 47mg | Iron 3mg