Blackened Salmon Salad with Chipotle Ranch
Flavorful blackened salmon and a spicy chipotle ranch dressing dress up this loaded blackened salmon salad into one impressive lunch or dinner that can be prepped ahead of time!
Servings 4 servings
Calories 530kcal
Ingredients
Blackened Salmon
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon chili powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 lb skinless salmon fillets (about 3-4 pieces)
- 2 tablespoons vegetable or canola oil
Salad
- 6 cups spring green mix
- 1 medium avocado, pitted and diced into 1/2-in cubes
- 1 medium tomato, diced into 1/4-in cubes
- 1/4 cup sliced green onions
- 1 can (15 oz) black beans, drained and rinsed
- 1 can (15 oz) corn, drained and rinsed
- 2 tablespoons minced fresh cilantro
Chipotle Ranch
- 1/4 cup mayonnaise
- 1/3 cup sour cream
- 1 tablespoon 2% or skim milk
- 1 tablespoon minced chipotle in adobo sauce (plus 1 tablespoon sauce)
- 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/4 teaspoon onion powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
Blackened Salmon
- In a small bowl, combine all spices. Rub spice mixture evenly all over salmon fillets.
- In a large nonstick skillet over medium-high heat, heat vegetable oil until shimmery. Add salmon to pan and sear 3-4 minutes on each side, flipping once until salmon is cooked through.
- Remove salmon from pan and set aside to cool while you prepare the salad and dressing.
Salad
- In a large serving bowl, combine all salad ingredients. Divide between 4 serving bowls. Arrange salmon fillets on top. Set aside for a moment.
Chipotle Ranch
- Combine all ranch ingredients in a blender or food processor and blend until completely smooth. Season dressing with salt and pepper to taste.
- Drizzle dressing over assembled salads and serve immediately. Enjoy!
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Storing Instructions
Salad may be prepped ahead (store salad, salmon, and dressing separately) and stored in refrigerator up to 5 days.
Nutrition
Serving: 1salad | Calories: 530kcal | Carbohydrates: 32.1g | Protein: 31.2g | Fat: 34.1g | Saturated Fat: 7g | Cholesterol: 63mg | Sodium: 557mg | Potassium: 1067mg | Fiber: 10.8g | Sugar: 4.8g | Calcium: 157mg | Iron: 6mg