Blackened Salmon Sandwiches with Heirloom Tomatoes and Smashed Avocado
Author: Nicole
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Serves: 4 sandwiches
Ingredients
2 tablespoons paprika
¼ teaspoon cayenne pepper
2 teaspoons onion powder
2 teaspoons garlic powder
1½ teaspoons salt, divided
1 teaspoon Oregano
4 4-ounce salmon filets
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 large heirloom tomato
2 ripe avocados
2 teaspoons lemon juice
butter lettuce
4 toasted buns
4 teaspoons mayo, optional
Instructions
In a small bowl combine, paprika, cayenne, onion powder, garlic powder, 1 teaspoon salt and oregano. Sprinkle on salmon filets.
Heat a large cast iron skillet to a medium-heat. Add salmon seasoning side down. Cook until crisp and blackening, about 3 minutes. Flip and cook another 3-4 minutes.
Slice tomato into 4 thick slices.
In a small bowl, combine avocado, remaining salt and lemon juice. Mash until combined. (Leave a little bit of texture.) Season with salt and pepper.
Spread avocado on bottom of bun, top with tomato, lettuce and salmon filet.
If desired spread a little bit of mayo on top bun.
Recipe by Cooking for Keeps at https://www.cookingforkeeps.com/blackened-salmon-sandwiches-with-heirloom-tomatoes-and-smashed-avocado/