This is the kind of dinner I make on repeat when I want something easy that still tastes really good. It’s smoky, a little spicy, and comes together in under 15 minutes with pantry spices. I love making this on busy weeknights and for a casual dinner, and it never misses!
Ingredients: Easy Blackened Salmon
- 3 salmon fillets (5–6 oz each), skin-on
- olive oil
- 1½ tsp smoked paprika
- ½ tsp garlic powder
- ½ tsp onion powder
- ½ tsp chili powder
- ½ tsp salt
I like using a simple parchment-lined sheet pan for easy cleanup. Smoked paprika is key here for that deep, blackened flavor. I use Redmond Real Salt here because it’s simple, mineral-rich, and my go-to for everyday cooking.
How to Make it
- Preheat oven to 425°F.
- Pat salmon dry. Rub with olive oil and coat evenly with seasoning.
- Place skin-side down on a parchment-lined baking sheet.
- Roast 8–12 minutes, depending on thickness, until it flakes easily.
- Finish with red pepper flakes, fresh cilantro, and lime.
Extra Tips
- serve with jasmine rice + roasted broccoli for an easy bowl
- adjust spice by using more or less chili powder
- if salmon is thicker, add a couple extra minutes in the oven
- finish with cilantro + lime for the best flavor
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Blackened Salmon
Ingredients
- 3 salmon fillets 5–6 oz each, skin-on
- olive oil
- 1½ tsp smoked paprika
- ½ tsp garlic powder
- ½ tsp onion powder
- ½ tsp chili powder
- ½ tsp salt
Instructions
- preheat oven to 425°F
- pat salmon dry
- rub with olive oil and coat evenly with seasoning
- place on a parchment-lined baking sheet skin-side down
- roast 8–10 minutes, until cooked through
- finish with red pepper flakes, fresh cilantro, and a squeeze of lime