Description
This Blackened Salmon with Grilled Naan and Lime Slaw recipe is a delightful fusion dish that combines spicy blackened salmon with refreshing lime slaw, all wrapped in warm grilled naan bread. Perfect for a quick weeknight dinner or a summer cookout!
Ingredients
Scale
For the Salmon:
- 4 salmon fillets (about 6 ounces each)
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 tablespoon smoked paprika
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- 1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
For the Lime Slaw:
- 2 cups shredded green cabbage
- 1 cup shredded red cabbage
- 1/2 cup shredded carrots
- 1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro
- 1/4 cup mayonnaise
- 2 tablespoons lime juice
- 1 teaspoon honey
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
For Serving:
- 4 pieces naan bread (store-bought or homemade)
- olive oil for brushing
- extra lime wedges
- cilantro leaves for garnish
Instructions
- For the Salmon: In a small bowl, mix all blackened seasoning ingredients. Rub salmon fillets with olive oil, then coat with the spice mix. Set aside.
- For the Lime Slaw: Combine cabbages, carrots, and cilantro. Whisk together mayonnaise, lime juice, honey, salt, and pepper. Toss dressing with slaw and chill.
- Grilling: Heat grill. Grill naan until warm. Grill salmon until cooked. Rest for a minute.
- Serving: Place naan, top with slaw, add salmon, garnish with cilantro and lime juice.
Notes
- For added creaminess, spread garlic aioli or avocado mash on the naan.
- Swap salmon for shrimp or tofu for variation.
- Great for a quick weeknight dinner or summer cookout!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: Fusion, American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 salmon naan wrap
- Calories: 520
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 28g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 20g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 38g
- Cholesterol: 75mg
