Salmon Caesar Salad: A Protein-Packed Twist on a Classic
A fresh Caesar salad featuring crisp romaine and atangy homemade dressing, topped with perfectly cooked wild salmon fillets for anutritious and satisfying meal.
Prep Time 10 minutes mins
Cook Time 10 minutes mins
Total Time 20 minutes mins
Course Main Course, Salad
Cuisine American, Mediterranean
Servings 4
Calories 450 kcal
- 1 lemon halved
- 1 clove garlic minced
- ¼ cup finely grated Parmesan cheese
- ¼ cup mayonnaise
- 3 anchovy fillets minced
- 7 cups roughly chopped or torn romaine lettuce
Make the Caesar Dressing: In a small bowl, combine the juice of half a lemon, minced garlic, grated Parmesan cheese, mayonnaise, and minced anchovies. Whisk everything together until smooth and creamy. Set aside.
Prepare the Salmon: Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) or set a skillet to medium heat. Season the wild salmon fillets with salt, pepper, and a squeeze of lemon juice. Place the salmon skin-side down on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper, or in a hot skillet. Roast or pan-fry for about 8-10 minutes, or until the salmon is cooked through and flakes easily with a fork.
Assemble the Salad: In a large salad bowl, toss the chopped romaine with the Caesar dressing until the lettuce is well coated.
Plate the Salad: Divide the dressed romaine among four plates. Top each salad with a cooked salmon fillet. Squeeze the remaining lemon half over the salmon and garnish with extra Parmesan, if desired.
Serve: Serve immediately, pairing the salad with crusty bread or a side of roasted vegetables for a complete meal.
Keyword Salmon Caesar salad