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Salmon Caesar Salad with Lemon and Parmesan Recipe

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  • Author: Emily
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 15 minutes
  • Total Time: 30 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x
  • Category: Salad
  • Method: Frying
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Low Fat

Description

A fresh and flavorful Salmon Caesar Salad featuring pan-seared wild salmon fillets served over crisp romaine lettuce tossed in a zesty homemade Caesar dressing with parmesan and anchovies.

Ingredients

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Salad Dressing

  • 1 lemon (halved)
  • 1 clove garlic (minced)
  • 1/4 cup finely grated Parmesan cheese
  • 1/4 cup mayonnaise
  • 3 anchovy fillets (minced)

Salad

  • 7 cups roughly chopped or torn romaine lettuce
  • 4 wild skin-on salmon fillets (about 6 ounces each)
  • Pinch of salt and black pepper (to taste)

Instructions

  1. Prepare the dressing: Squeeze one half of the lemon and combine 1 tablespoon of the lemon juice in a large mixing bowl with the smashed garlic clove, minced anchovies, grated Parmesan, and mayonnaise. Set aside to allow the flavors to meld.
  2. Season the salmon: Season each salmon fillet with a pinch of salt and black pepper according to your taste preferences.
  3. Cook the salmon: Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat and place the salmon fillets skin-side-down. Cover and cook undisturbed for 5 minutes until the skin is nicely browned. Flip the fillets and cook for an additional 2 minutes, adjusting based on thickness, until salmon is cooked through.
  4. Add lemon juice: After cooking, squeeze the remaining lemon juice over the hot salmon fillets to enhance brightness and flavor.
  5. Toss the salad: Add the chopped romaine lettuce to the bowl containing the prepared dressing and toss well until the lettuce is evenly coated.
  6. Serve: Divide the dressed lettuce between four plates and top each serving with a cooked salmon fillet. Serve immediately for best taste.

Notes

  • You can adjust the amount of anchovies to taste if you prefer a milder or stronger anchovy flavor in the dressing.
  • Make sure not to overcook the salmon to keep it moist and tender.
  • For an extra crunch, consider adding croutons or toasted nuts to the salad.
  • If fresh lemon is unavailable, substitute with 1 tablespoon bottled lemon juice, but fresh is recommended.
  • Using wild salmon fillets adds a richer flavor compared to farmed salmon.

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 serving
  • Calories: 450
  • Sugar: 2g
  • Sodium: 600mg
  • Fat: 28g
  • Saturated Fat: 5g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 18g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 8g
  • Fiber: 3g
  • Protein: 36g
  • Cholesterol: 85mg

Find it online: https://emilyquickdinners.com/salmon-caesar-salad-with-lemon-and-parmesan-recipe/