Description
This Blackened Salmon with Creole Lemon Dill Sauce recipe is a flavorful and easy-to-make dish that’s perfect for a quick weeknight dinner or a special occasion. The spicy blackened salmon pairs beautifully with the creamy and tangy lemon dill sauce, creating a mouthwatering combination that will impress your guests.
Ingredients
Scale
For the Blackened Salmon:
- 4 salmon fillets (about 6 ounces each)
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 tablespoon paprika
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- ½ teaspoon cayenne pepper
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
For the Creole Lemon Dill Sauce:
- ½ cup sour cream
- 2 tablespoons mayonnaise
- 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon Creole mustard (or spicy brown mustard)
- 1 tablespoon chopped fresh dill (or 1 teaspoon dried)
- 1 clove garlic (minced)
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Prepare the Blackened Salmon: In a small bowl, combine paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, thyme, oregano, cayenne, salt, and black pepper. Pat salmon fillets dry and rub them evenly with the spice blend. Heat olive oil in a skillet, cook salmon 4-5 minutes per side.
- Make the Creole Lemon Dill Sauce: Mix sour cream, mayonnaise, lemon juice, mustard, dill, garlic, salt, and pepper until smooth.
- Serve: Top cooked salmon with the sauce and enjoy!
Notes
- This dish pairs well with rice, roasted vegetables, or a simple green salad.
- The sauce can be made ahead and stored in the fridge for up to 3 days.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Creole
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 fillet with sauce
- Calories: 370
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 420mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 4g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 33g
- Cholesterol: 90mg
