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Cajun Salmon

Pan-seared salmon fillet seasoned with Cajun spices, served with a swappable vegetable side. Fish cooks quickly over high heat to a golden crust while vegetables soften alongside.

25
min
4
servings
465
kcal
36.9g
protein

Ingredients

4 servings
Olive oil2 tbsp
Red onion1 medium
Garlic3 cloves
Lemon1 whole
Saltto taste
Black pepperto taste

Method

1

Pat salmon fillets dry with paper towels and season both sides generously with Cajun seasoning, salt, and black pepper.

2

Slice yellow squash into half-moons, cut red onion into wedges, slice bell pepper into strips, and mince garlic.

3

Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering, about 1 minute.

4

Place salmon skin-side up (if present) in the hot oil; sear undisturbed for 4–5 minutes until the bottom is golden and crispy.

5

Flip salmon and cook 2–3 minutes more until the flesh is opaque and flakes easily with a fork; transfer to a plate.

6

In the same skillet, add minced garlic and cook 30 seconds until fragrant.

7

Add squash, red onion, and bell pepper; sauté over medium-high heat for 6–8 minutes, stirring occasionally, until tender-crisp and lightly caramelized.

8

Return salmon to the skillet to warm through, about 1 minute.

9

Divide salmon and vegetables among plates; serve with lemon wedges.

Nutrition, per serving

Calories465 kcal
Protein36.9 g
Carbohydrate15 g
Fat29.9 g
Fibre4.1 g
Sodium745.7 mg

Per serving. Changing servings scales the amounts, not these figures.

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