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Salmon Caesar Salad

Delicious diet-friendly salmon Caesar salad is so stupid simple!

Prep Time
10 mins
Cook Time
10 mins
Total Time
28 mins
Servings: 4
Calories: 1175 kcal
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American

Ingredients

  • 4 salmon fillets
  • salt and pepper to taste
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 4 cups mixed greens
  • 2 cups croutons
  • ½ cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
  • 4 anchovy fillets chopped (optional)
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
  • 2 tablespoons lemon juice
  • 2 tablespoons Dijon mustard
  • ½ cup mayonnaise
  • ½ cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
  • ½ cup olive oil
  • salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

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  1. Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. Season the salmon fillets with salt and pepper on both sides.
  3. Heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the salmon fillets and cook for 2-3 minutes on each side, or until golden brown.
  4. Transfer the salmon to the prepared baking sheet and bake in the preheated oven for 10-12 minutes, or until fully cooked.
  5. In a large bowl, combine the mixed greens, croutons, parmesan cheese, and anchovy fillets (if using).
  6. In a separate bowl, whisk together the garlic, lemon juice, dijon mustard, mayonnaise, parmesan cheese, olive oil, salt, and pepper.
  7. Pour the dressing over the salad and toss to combine.
  8. Divide the salad among 4 plates.
  9. Top each plate of salad with a salmon fillet.
  10. Serve immediately, garnished with additional parmesan cheese and freshly cracked black pepper, if desired.

Nutrition Information

Serving 1g Calories 1175kcal (59%) Carbohydrates 19g (6%) Protein 62g (124%) Fat 94g (145%) Saturated Fat 18g (90%) Polyunsaturated Fat 70g Cholesterol 181mg (60%) Sodium 1492mg (62%) Fiber 2g (8%) Sugar 2g (4%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 4Serving

Amount Per Serving

Calories 1175

% Daily Value*

Serving 1g
Calories 1175kcal 59%
Carbohydrates 19g 6%
Protein 62g 124%
Fat 94g 145%
Saturated Fat 18g 90%
Polyunsaturated Fat 70g 412%
Cholesterol 181mg 60%
Sodium 1492mg 62%
Fiber 2g 8%
Sugar 2g 4%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.