Description
Indulge in the vibrant flavors of Blackened Salmon & Shrimp Salad, a quick and nutritious dish perfect for any meal. Featuring tender salmon fillet and succulent shrimp seasoned with a bold blackened spice mix, this salad is both a feast for the eyes and the palate. Tossed together with fresh romaine lettuce, crisp cucumbers, juicy tomatoes, and a drizzle of creamy dressing, it’s an ideal choice for lunch or dinner that will impress your guests without keeping you in the kitchen for too long. In just 20 minutes, you can serve up a delightful seafood salad that’s as healthy as it is delicious.
Ingredients
- 1 salmon fillet (5–6 oz)
- 56 medium shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 2 cups chopped romaine lettuce
- 1/4 cucumber, sliced
- 1/4 cup diced tomatoes
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tsp blackened seasoning (or homemade mix)
- Creamy dressing (ranch or chipotle)
Instructions
- Season salmon fillet with blackened seasoning. Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat and sear salmon for 4-5 minutes per side until cooked through.
- In the same skillet, sauté shrimp for 2-3 minutes per side until pink and lightly charred.
- In a mixing bowl or plate, layer romaine lettuce, cucumber slices, diced tomatoes, and chopped onion.
- Top the salad with cooked salmon and shrimp. Drizzle with your choice of creamy dressing and add a squeeze of lime if desired.
- Serve immediately while hot!
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 salad (approximately 400g)
- Calories: 440
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 850mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 19g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 39g
- Cholesterol: 130mg
Keywords: Feel free to customize the salad with your favorite vegetables or switch up the dressing to suit your taste preferences. For added crunch, consider serving with tortilla chips or fresh veggie sticks.