Lunch or Dinner

Cajun Salmon

Cajun Salmon

Makes: 2 servings
Each serving contains: 2- proteins, 0- carbs, 0- veg, 1- fat

Ingredients:
  • 1 Tbsp olive oil
  • 2 (6oz) salmon fillets
  • 2 tsp Cajun seasoning
  • 1/4 tsp. black pepper
  • 2 tsp butter
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1/3 cup chicken or vegetable broth
  • Juice from 1 lemon
  • 1 tsp honey
  • 2 Tbsp Parmesan cheese, grated
Directions:
  1. In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium-high heat. Season salmon with 1 tsp Cajun seasoning and black pepper then add to the skillet skin-side up. Cook for about 6 minutes or until golden brown then flip and cook for 2 more minutes. Remove from skillet and set aside.
  2. Add butter and garlic to the skillet. When butter has melted, stir in broth, lemon juice, honey 1 tsp Cajun seasoning and Parmesan cheese. Bring mixture to a simmer.
  3. Reduce the heat and add salmon back to the skillet. Simmer about 3 minutes or until the sauce is reduced and the salmon is cooked through.

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