Description
Blackened Salmon Caesar Wraps are a bold and satisfying handheld meal featuring spicy, pan-seared salmon paired with creamy Caesar salad and wrapped in a soft tortilla for a quick and flavorful lunch or dinner.
Ingredients
- 4 salmon fillets (about 450–500g total)
- 4 large flour tortilla wraps
- 1 large head romaine lettuce, chopped
- 1/2 cup Caesar dressing
- 1/2 cup Parmesan cheese, grated or shaved
- 1–2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tbsp paprika
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp onion powder
- 1 tsp dried thyme
- 1 tsp dried oregano
- 1/4 tsp cayenne pepper (optional)
- 1 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
- 1 tbsp lemon juice (optional)
- 1/2 cup crushed croutons (optional)
Instructions
- Pat the salmon fillets dry with paper towels to help the seasoning adhere and form a crust.
- Mix paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, thyme, oregano, cayenne pepper, salt, and black pepper to create the blackened seasoning.
- Coat the salmon evenly on all sides with the seasoning mixture.
- Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat.
- Sear the salmon for 3–5 minutes per side until a dark crust forms and the fish is cooked through and flaky.
- Remove salmon from the pan and let it rest for a few minutes, then flake into large chunks.
- In a bowl, toss chopped romaine lettuce with Caesar dressing and Parmesan cheese until lightly coated.
- Warm tortillas in a dry pan or microwave until soft and pliable.
- Layer the dressed salad onto each tortilla, then add blackened salmon on top.
- Add optional lemon juice, extra Parmesan, or crushed croutons if desired.
- Fold the sides of the tortilla and roll tightly into a wrap.
- Serve immediately for best texture and flavor.
Notes
- Do not overcook the salmon to keep it tender and juicy inside.
- Assemble wraps just before eating to avoid soggy tortillas.
- Adjust cayenne pepper to control spice level.
- Chicken or shrimp can be used as substitutes for salmon.
- Adding avocado or shredded cabbage can enhance texture and freshness.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 wrap
- Calories: 600
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 900mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 18g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 35g
- Cholesterol: 80mg
