Description
Salmon Caesar Salad is a delicious twist on the classic recipe, featuring tender salmon fillets atop crisp romaine lettuce, crunchy croutons, and a creamy Caesar dressing. This vibrant salad is perfect for lunch or dinner and can be easily customized to suit your tastes. Enjoy a satisfying meal packed with rich flavors and fresh ingredients any day of the week!
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 skinless salmon fillets (6 oz each)
- 4 cups romaine lettuce, chopped
- 1/2 cup Parmesan cheese, grated
- 1/4 cup Caesar dressing
- 1 cup croutons
- 2 tbsp lemon juice (freshly squeezed)
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Season salmon fillets with salt and pepper, then place on a parchment-lined baking sheet. Bake for 12-15 minutes or until flaky.
- While the salmon cooks, rinse and dry the romaine lettuce. In a bowl, whisk together lemon juice and Caesar dressing.
- In a large salad bowl, combine chopped romaine, croutons, and Parmesan cheese. Once cooked, flake the salmon into bite-sized pieces and add it to the salad.
- Drizzle the dressing over the salad ingredients and toss gently until everything is well coated.
- Serve immediately with additional Parmesan shavings if desired.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 salad (250g)
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 780mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 18g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 36g
- Cholesterol: 70mg