Description
This Blackened Salmon with Grilled Naan and Lime Slaw recipe is a delightful combination of spicy, smoky salmon paired with fresh and zesty slaw, all served on warm naan bread. Perfect for a quick and flavorful dinner.
Ingredients
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For the Blackened Salmon:
- 4 salmon fillets (about 6 oz each)
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 tablespoon smoked paprika
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- ½ teaspoon cayenne pepper
- Salt and black pepper to taste
For the Grilled Naan and Lime Slaw:
- 4 pieces of naan bread
- 2 cups shredded green cabbage
- 1 cup shredded red cabbage
- ½ cup shredded carrots
- ¼ cup chopped fresh cilantro
- Juice of 2 limes
- 2 tablespoons mayonnaise
- 1 tablespoon honey
- 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Prepare the Blackened Salmon: In a small bowl, mix smoked paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, thyme, oregano, cayenne pepper, salt, and black pepper. Rub the salmon fillets with olive oil and coat evenly with the spice mixture.
- Grill the Salmon: Preheat a grill or grill pan to medium-high heat. Grill the salmon for 3–4 minutes per side until blackened and cooked through.
- Make the Lime Slaw: In a large bowl, combine green and red cabbage, carrots, and cilantro. In a separate bowl, whisk together lime juice, mayonnaise, honey, vinegar, salt, and pepper. Pour over the slaw and toss to coat.
- Grill the Naan: Lightly grill the naan bread for about 1 minute per side until warm and slightly charred.
- Serve: Place each salmon fillet on a piece of grilled naan and top with a generous helping of lime slaw.
Notes
- You can use Greek yogurt instead of mayonnaise for a lighter slaw.
- This recipe is also delicious with cod or mahi-mahi as alternative fish choices.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 salmon fillet with naan and slaw
- Calories: 520
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 480mg
- Fat: 28g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 20g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 32g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 38g
- Cholesterol: 85mg
