Name: Blackened Salmon Bites With Creamy Cajun Dip
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: PT-493061H16M11S
Total time: PT-493061H16M11S
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: Salmon fillets, 1 pound (454 g) (450 grams); Olive oil, 2 tablespoon (30 ml) s (30 milliliters); Paprika, 1 tablespoon (15 ml) (15 grams); Garlic powder, 1 teaspoon (5 ml) (5 grams); Onion powder, 1 teaspoon (5 ml) (5 grams); Dried oregano, 1 teaspoon (5 ml) (1 gram); Dried thyme, 1 teaspoon (5 ml) (1 gram); Cayenne pepper, 1/2 teaspoon (3 ml) (1 gram); Salt, 1 teaspoon (5 ml) (6 grams); Black pepper, 1/2 teaspoon (3 ml) (1 gram); Mayonnaise, 1/2 cup (120 ml) (120 milliliters); Sour cream, 1/2 cup (120 ml) (120 milliliters); Lemon juice, 1 tablespoon (15 ml) (15 milliliters); Cajun seasoning, 1 tablespoon (15 ml) (15 grams); Fresh parsley, chopped, 1 tablespoon (15 ml) (4 grams)

Description

Discover how to make delicious Blackened Salmon Bites with Creamy Cajun Dip. Perfect for any occasion, this recipe is sure to impress your guests!

Ingredients

Salmon fillets, 1 pound (454 g) (450 grams)
Olive oil, 2 tablespoon (30 ml) s (30 milliliters)
Paprika, 1 tablespoon (15 ml) (15 grams)
Garlic powder, 1 teaspoon (5 ml) (5 grams)
Onion powder, 1 teaspoon (5 ml) (5 grams)
Dried oregano, 1 teaspoon (5 ml) (1 gram)
Dried thyme, 1 teaspoon (5 ml) (1 gram)
Cayenne pepper, 1/2 teaspoon (3 ml) (1 gram)
Salt, 1 teaspoon (5 ml) (6 grams)
Black pepper, 1/2 teaspoon (3 ml) (1 gram)
Mayonnaise, 1/2 cup (120 ml) (120 milliliters)
Sour cream, 1/2 cup (120 ml) (120 milliliters)
Lemon juice, 1 tablespoon (15 ml) (15 milliliters)
Cajun seasoning, 1 tablespoon (15 ml) (15 grams)
Fresh parsley, chopped, 1 tablespoon (15 ml) (4 grams)

Instructions

Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
Cut the salmon fillets into bite-sized pieces.
In a small bowl, mix together paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, dried oregano, dried thyme, cayenne pepper, salt, and black pepper.
Place salmon bites in a large bowl and drizzle with olive oil.
Sprinkle the spice mix over the salmon bites, ensuring they are well coated.
Arrange the salmon bites on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
Bake in the preheated oven for 10-12 minutes or until the salmon is cooked through.
While the salmon bakes, prepare the Cajun dip by combining mayonnaise, sour cream, lemon juice, and Cajun seasoning in a bowl.
Stir the dip until smooth and well mixed.
Garnish the dip with chopped fresh parsley.
Remove salmon bites from the oven once cooked and let them cool slightly.
Serve the blackened salmon bites with the creamy Cajun dip on the side.

Notes

Marinate the salmon bites in the spice mix for 30 minutes before baking for enhanced flavor.
Adjust the cayenne pepper amount based on your spice preference.
Opt for Greek yogurt as a healthier alternative to sour cream in the Cajun dip.

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 10-12 minutes
Category: Main Course
Method: Baking
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Calories: 400
Fat: 32g
Protein: 24g

Keywords: blackened salmon, creamy cajun, salmon bites, skillet recipe, spicy dip