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A fresh Caesar salad topped with a blackened salmon fillet and shaved parmesan cheese.
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Healthy Blackened Salmon Caesar Salad

Prep Time15 minutes
Cook Time10 minutes
Total Time25 minutes
Servings: 2 servings
Calories: 450kcal

Ingredients

  • 2 skin -on salmon fillets (6 ounces each)
  • 1 tablespoon blackened seasoning rub
  • 1 teaspoon extra virgin olive oil
  • 4 cups chopped romaine lettuce
  • 1/4 cup whole grain croutons
  • 2 tablespoons shaved Parmesan cheese
  • 1/4 cup plain non-fat Greek yogurt
  • 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
  • 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
  • 1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
  • 1 clove garlic , minced
  • 1 tablespoon grated Parmesan cheese
  • 1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper

Instructions

  • In a small bowl, whisk together the Greek yogurt, lemon juice, Dijon mustard, Worcestershire sauce, minced garlic, grated Parmesan, and black pepper to create the dressing.
  • Pat the salmon fillets dry with paper towels and evenly coat the flesh side with the blackened seasoning rub.
  • Heat the olive oil in a non-stick or cast-iron skillet over medium-high heat.
  • Place the salmon fillets in the skillet, seasoned side down, and sear for 4 to 5 minutes until a dark, charred crust forms.
  • Carefully flip the salmon and continue cooking for 3 to 4 minutes until the internal temperature reaches 145 degrees Fahrenheit (63 degrees Celsius).
  • In a large mixing bowl, toss the chopped romaine lettuce with the prepared Greek yogurt dressing and croutons.
  • Divide the salad between two plates, top each with a salmon fillet, and garnish with shaved Parmesan cheese.