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Blackened Salmon with Spinach: A Delicious and Healthy Recipe

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This Blackened Salmon with Sautéed Spinach features perfectly seasoned salmon fillets cooked to a crispy finish, served over a bed of garlicky, tender spinach. Quick and nutritious, it’s an ideal choice for a weeknight dinner that doesn’t compromise on flavor.

Ingredients

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  • 4 salmon fillets (6 ounces each)
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 tablespoon paprika
  • 1 teaspoon cayenne pepper
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon onion powder
  • 1 teaspoon dried thyme
  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 8 cups fresh spinach
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice
  • 1 tablespoon butter
  • Lemon wedges for serving

Instructions

  1. In a small bowl, combine paprika, cayenne pepper, garlic powder, onion powder, dried thyme, dried oregano, salt, and pepper. Mix well.
  2. Pat the salmon fillets dry with paper towels. Drizzle olive oil over the fillets, coating them evenly. Generously sprinkle the blackening spice mix over both sides of each fillet.
  3. Heat a large cast-iron skillet over medium-high heat. Once hot, place the salmon fillets in the skillet, skin-side down if applicable. Cook for 4-5 minutes without moving them until a crust forms. Flip the fillets and cook for an additional 3-4 minutes until cooked through but still moist. Remove from skillet and cover loosely with foil.
  4. In the same skillet, reduce heat to medium. If necessary, drain excess oil but leave enough to sauté the spinach. Add minced garlic and sauté for 30 seconds until fragrant. Add fresh spinach and stir continuously for 2-3 minutes until wilted. Stir in butter and lemon juice, seasoning with salt and pepper to taste.
  5. On each plate, place a generous portion of sautéed spinach and top with a blackened salmon fillet. Garnish with lemon wedges for serving.

Notes

  • Ensure your skillet is hot enough before adding the salmon for the best crust.
  • Adjust the cayenne pepper to your spice preference or omit for a milder flavor.
  • Fresh spinach is recommended, but frozen spinach can be used if thawed and drained well.
  • For a complete meal, serve with quinoa or brown rice.

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