This salmon.
It is SO easy to make and absolutely delicious.
The spice rub browns in the pan and becomes this crispy, flavor bomb coating on the outside of the salmon that pairs perfectly with the refreshing lime cream that gets drizzled on top.
It is seriously a match made in heaven!
When Seth tried this he said it was one of the best things I’ve ever made…ever…so we will definitely be adding this to our meal rotation!
There are a lot of salmon haters out there (I used to be one of them), and I think that’s the case because it’s not uncommon for salmon to just turn out bland and so overcooked.
This salmon is definitely not bland, and a quick sear on both sides will leave you with a crispy exterior, and a juicy, tender interior.
You have to try it!!
So a few posts ago I talked about how Seth and I are moving to Kansas in a few weeks and mentioned the townhouse we will probably get on base. Before we found any of that out, Seth and I were reaaaalllyy looking forward to having a house of our own. We have only ever lived in apartments, and we were really excited to have a house and a yard for Boone. So when we found out we were getting an apartment style home we were both a little disappointed. We tried to stay really positive about it, but we were really wanting a stand alone house!
When I was on the phone with the housing company, I told them that we would prefer a stand alone house. I said if nothing else opened up before June 25th then we would be totally fine with the apartment style house, but just asked her to just keep us in mind if anything else opens up.
And then on Thursday morning I missed a call from the housing people (I was so mad I missed it!), and they left a voicemail saying that something opened up and we might be able to get a stand alone house!! Wooooooooooooooooo!
I tried calling her back like 6 times throughout the day (it was actually 6 times….they probably hate me), but couldn’t get a hold of her. They won’t be back in the office until Tuesday…!!!
So keep your fingers crossed for us!
And make this salmon :).
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon cumin
- 1 teaspoon chili powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1 teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon paprika
- A few pinches of cayenne (more or less depending on spice preference)
- 3 salmon fillets
- ⅓ cup Greek yogurt
- Zest of 1 lime, plus extra for garnish
- 2 tablespoons lime juice (about 2 limes)
- ¼ teaspoon honey
- Combine all the spices and salt together in a small bowl and mix until combined
- Sprinkle at least ½ teaspoon on each side of the salmon
- Heat a saute pan with some coconut oil (olive oil can be substituted) over medium high heat
- When the pan is hot, add the salmon fillets
- Sear the salmon until it is brown, turn and sear the other side
- Remove from the pan
- For the lime cream:
- In a bowl, stir together the Greek yogurt, lime zest, lime juice, and honey
- Drizzle on top of each salmon fillet and top with extra lime zest (optional)
*Gluten free*
If you make this or any of my other recipes, make sure to Instagram it and hashtag #thegarlicdiaries!
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Sydney says
September 25, 2017 at 5:46 pmThis is my favorite salmon recipe to date. It’s so easy too. Thanks for sharing :)
Annie Chesson says
September 26, 2017 at 7:46 amI’m so glad you liked it, Sydney!!
Kennedy Cole| KCole's Creative Corner says
July 19, 2015 at 10:56 pmI’ve actually never tried blackened salmon, but this looks delicious! OH, and that lime cream has everything I need in life in it. ;) The salmon and lime cream go PERFECTLY together, and I think this would be a great opportunity for me to try blackened salmon! :D
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Annie Chesson says
July 20, 2015 at 1:53 pmYes yes yes! You must try it :).
Jess @ Flying on Jess Fuel says
May 26, 2015 at 11:54 amWow, this looks soooo perfectly cooked. Salmon is definitely my fave fish, so I’m always looking for new ways to cook it. I love the sauce too, anything with Greek yogurt is in a winner in my book!
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Jess @ whatjessicabakednext says
May 25, 2015 at 11:13 amLove salmon! This looks delicious, Annie! I love the lime cream drizzle over! So great!
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Annie Chesson says
May 25, 2015 at 11:27 amThanks, Jess!
Sam @ Sugar Spun Run says
May 25, 2015 at 10:59 amThis looks so good, I love salmon, definitely going to have to try this out!
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Annie Chesson says
May 25, 2015 at 11:02 amThanks, Sam! I hope you try it and love it :).
Rachelle @ Beer Girl Cooks says
May 25, 2015 at 9:33 amI love salmon and I’ll take anything blackened! Yours looks perfect with the rub and the lime – yogurt sauce. I really really really hope you get your house! Fingers crossed!
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Annie Chesson says
May 25, 2015 at 10:59 amThank you Rachelle! Ughh me too!! Fingers crossed :).
Dannii @ Hungry Healthy Happy says
May 25, 2015 at 7:59 amThat is pretty much the same spice rub that we put on our salmon too. I could eat it every day I think, especially in some tacos.
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Annie Chesson says
May 25, 2015 at 9:27 amIt would be delicious in tacos!!
Allie | Baking a Moment says
May 24, 2015 at 8:46 pmThis salmon looks fantastic! Salmon is one of my favorite weeknight meals and I think I’d love that spice rub + lime cream. I’ve got my fingers crossed for you! Hope you get some good news on Tuesday!
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Annie Chesson says
May 24, 2015 at 9:45 pmThanks, Allie! Fingers crossed :).
Gayle @ Pumpkin 'N Spice says
May 23, 2015 at 5:03 pmLove the looks of this salmon! That lime cream sauce looks delish!
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Annie Chesson says
May 23, 2015 at 7:33 pmThanks, Gayle!
Cheyanne @ No Spoon Necessary says
May 23, 2015 at 4:40 pmI am a lover of salmon and flavor bombs :) so this salmon you have going on here looks terrific! Love the flavors and I will be adding this to my list of things to make from your blog. Asap. Thanks for sharing, girlie! Hope you have a great holiday weekend! ♡Cheers!
Annie Chesson says
May 23, 2015 at 7:32 pmThanks, Cheyanne! I hope you have an amazing holiday weekend as well!