Blackened king salmon over cilantro rice with lime and avocado ranch

Blackened King Salmon with Avocado Ranch

Name: Blackened King Salmon with Avocado Ranch
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 5 min
Total time: 15 min
Yield: 2
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 2x 6oz Wild Alaska King Salmon; 2 tbsp olive oil; 1 tbsp smoked paprika; 1 tsp garlic powder; 1 tsp Italian herbs, dried or fresh; pinch of cayenne pepper; salt and pepper; 1/2 medium ripe avocado; ⅓ cup plain Greek yogurt or sour cream; 1/4 cup fresh parsley; 2 tbsp. fresh lemon juice; 2 garlic cloves; 1 tsp onion powder; salt and pepper; rice; greens; lemon wedge, to garnish

Smoky blackened wild king salmon gets a cooling counterpoint from creamy avocado ranch. Served over rice and greens, it is rich, fresh and balanced in every bite.

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Blackened King Salmon with Avocado Ranch

Author:

Declan Chapin, Premier Catch

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Servings

Prep Time

10 minutes

Cook Time

5 minutes

Elevate your dinner game with Blackened King Salmon with Avocado Ranch—a perfect balance of bold and refreshing flavors. The rich, wild-caught King salmon is seasoned with a smoky blend of spices, then seared to perfection for a crispy crust. Paired with a homemade avocado ranch dressing, this dish combines bright flavors with savory depth in every bite. It’s quick, easy, and loaded with nutrients, making it ideal for weeknight meals or impressing guests at your next dinner party. Serve with your favorite veggies, a crisp salad, or roasted potatoes for a meal that’s as wholesome as it is delicious.

Ingredients

Salmon:

2x 6oz Wild Alaska King Salmon
2 tbsp olive oil
1 tbsp smoked paprika
1 tsp garlic powder
1 tsp Italian herbs, dried or fresh
pinch of cayenne pepper
salt and pepper

Avocado Ranch:

1/2 medium ripe avocado
⅓ cup plain Greek yogurt or sour cream
1/4 cup fresh parsley
2 tbsp. fresh lemon juice
2 garlic cloves
1 tsp onion powder
salt and pepper

To Serve:

rice
greens
lemon wedge, to garnish

Directions

Salmon:

Thaw salmon and pat dry. Drizzle salmon with olive oil.
In a small bowl, stir to combine paprika, garlic powder, Italian herbs, cayenne, salt, and black pepper. Rub spice mixture over salmon and let rest 10-15 minutes.
While salmon rests, prepare the Avocado Ranch by adding all ingredients to a blender or food processor and blend until smooth.
Heat remaining olive oil in a large skillet (preferably cast-iron) over medium-high. When the pan is hot, add salmon fillets, flesh side-down, and cook 2 to 3 minutes per side, flipping once halfway through, until the salmon is opaque and flakes easily.
Serve salmon with rice, greens, a lemon wedge, and Avocado Ranch.
Enjoy!

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