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Sumac‑Blackened Salmon with Citrus Salsa

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A vibrant Mediterranean-inspired dish featuring tender salmon coated in tangy sumac spices, pan-seared to perfection, and topped with a fresh, juicy citrus salsa.

Ingredients

  • 4 salmon fillets (about 6 ounces each), skin-on or skinless
  • 2 teaspoons ground sumac
  • 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
  • 1 teaspoon salt (or to taste)
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 2 oranges, segmented
  • 1 grapefruit or 1 additional orange, segmented (optional)
  • 1 tablespoon fresh lime juice
  • 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
  • 1/4 cup red onion, finely diced
  • 1/4 cup fresh cilantro or parsley, chopped
  • 1 small jalapeño, finely diced or 1/4 teaspoon chili flakes (optional)

Instructions

  1. Pat the salmon fillets dry with paper towels.
  2. In a small bowl, combine sumac, smoked paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and black pepper.
  3. Rub the spice mixture evenly over the salmon fillets.
  4. In a separate bowl, gently mix orange segments, grapefruit or extra orange, red onion, chopped herbs, lime juice, lemon juice, and optional jalapeño or chili flakes. Set aside.
  5. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering.
  6. Add salmon fillets to the skillet, skin-side down if applicable, and cook for 3–4 minutes until a crisp crust forms.
  7. Flip salmon and cook for another 2–4 minutes until cooked through and flaky.
  8. Remove salmon from heat and let rest briefly.
  9. Serve salmon topped with citrus salsa.

Notes

Sumac provides a lemony flavor without acidity.Do not overcrowd the pan to ensure proper searing.Citrus salsa can be made a few hours ahead for deeper flavor.Great served with rice, quinoa, or roasted vegetables.

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