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Blackened Salmon with Charred Vegetables

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Blackened Salmon with Charred Vegetables is a quick and healthy dish featuring boldly spiced salmon fillets seared to perfection, served with vibrant vegetables lightly charred to enhance their natural sweetness. It’s a flavorful, one-pan meal ideal for busy weeknights.

Ingredients

  • For the blackened salmon:
  • 4 salmon fillets (6 oz each)
  • 1 tbsp paprika
  • 1 tsp garlic powder
  • 1 tsp onion powder
  • 1/2 tsp cayenne pepper (adjust to taste)
  • 1/2 tsp dried thyme
  • 1/2 tsp dried oregano
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 1/2 tsp black pepper
  • 2 tbsp olive oil or butter (for searing)
  • Lemon wedges (for serving)
  • For the charred vegetables:
  • 1 zucchini or yellow squash, sliced
  • 1 red bell pepper, sliced
  • 1 red onion, cut into chunks
  • 1 cup cherry tomatoes
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Optional: 1 tbsp balsamic vinegar or lemon juice for finishing

Instructions

  1. Pat salmon dry. In a small bowl, mix paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, cayenne, thyme, oregano, salt, and pepper.
  2. Rub spice blend over both sides of salmon fillets.
  3. Heat olive oil or butter in a cast-iron skillet over medium-high heat. Sear salmon 3–4 minutes per side until blackened and cooked through. Remove and rest.
  4. Toss vegetables with olive oil, salt, and pepper.
  5. Char vegetables in the same skillet or on a grill/sheet pan over high heat for 8–10 minutes until tender and seared, stirring occasionally.
  6. Serve salmon over vegetables, with lemon wedges and optional balsamic or lemon juice drizzle.

Notes

  • Swap veggies for seasonal options like broccoli or asparagus.
  • Increase cayenne for extra heat.
  • Grill for a smokier flavor.
  • Serve over grains like rice or quinoa for a fuller meal.
  • Add a sauce like garlic aioli or herbed yogurt for contrast.

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