Blackened King Salmon with Avocado Ranch

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Elevate your dinner game withBlackened 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 8oz 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
lime to garnish

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Directions

Salmon:

Thaw salmon and pat dry. Drizzle salmon with olive oil.
In a small bowl, stir to combine paprika, garlic powder, 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 halfway.
Serve salmon with rice, greens, and Avocado Ranch.
Enjoy!