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Salmon Caesar Salad with Avocado

Salmon Caesar Salad with Avocado
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Salmon Caesar Salad with Avocado is a vibrant and nourishing dish that elevates the classic Caesar salad by adding perfectly cooked salmon and creamy avocado. This healthy, protein-packed meal combines crisp romaine lettuce, rich Caesar dressing, and fresh ingredients for a quick, satisfying, and flavorful experience suitable for lunch, dinner, or brunch.

Ingredients

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Salad Ingredients

  • Fresh Romaine Lettuce, chopped into bite-sized pieces
  • 2 Salmon Fillets (wild-caught preferred)
  • 1 Ripe Avocado, sliced
  • 1/4 cup Freshly grated Parmesan Cheese
  • 1 cup Croutons (homemade or store-bought)
  • 1 tbsp Fresh Lemon Juice

Dressing Ingredients

  • 1/3 cup Caesar Dressing (homemade or high-quality store-bought)
  • 1 clove Garlic, minced (or as preferred in dressing)
  • Salt, to taste
  • Pepper, to taste

Instructions

  1. Prepare the Salmon: Pat the salmon fillets dry and season them generously with salt and pepper. Cook the salmon in a skillet over medium heat for 4-5 minutes per side until golden and flaky. Remove from heat and let rest while preparing the salad.
  2. Wash and Chop the Romaine: Rinse the romaine lettuce thoroughly, shake off excess water, and chop into bite-sized pieces. Keeping the lettuce crisp balances the richness of the avocado and salmon.
  3. Make or Prepare Caesar Dressing: Whisk together your Caesar dressing ingredients, including the minced garlic, ensuring it has a tangy, garlicky punch. Alternatively, use a store-bought dressing of good quality.
  4. Assemble the Salad: In a large bowl, toss the chopped romaine lettuce with the Caesar dressing until evenly coated. Gently fold in the sliced avocado to retain its shape. Flake the rested salmon into large chunks and distribute it evenly over the salad.
  5. Garnish: Sprinkle freshly grated Parmesan cheese and crunchy croutons on top just before serving to maintain texture. Finish with a squeeze of fresh lemon juice for brightness.

Notes

  • Cook Salmon Perfectly: Avoid overcooking by checking for flakiness with a fork and removing from heat just before fully done.
  • Choose Ripe Avocados: Use avocados that yield slightly to gentle pressure for ideal creaminess.
  • Homemade Croutons: Toast cubes of day-old bread with olive oil and garlic for maximum crunch.
  • Dressing on the Side: Toss just before serving if prepping ahead to keep lettuce crisp.
  • Fresh Lemon Zest: Grate a bit onto the salad for an extra layer of bright citrus aroma.

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Keywords: salmon salad, Caesar salad, avocado salad, healthy salad, quick dinner, protein-packed salad, gluten free salad

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