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Blackened Alligator Salad

Tender cubed alligator tail seared with bold blackening spices, served over crisp salad greens with a zesty remoulade dressing.

25 minEasyServes 4340 cal/serving

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Ingredients

  • 1 lb alligator tail meat, cubed
  • 2 tbsp blackening seasoning
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 6 cups mixed salad greens
  • 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
  • 1 cup cucumber, sliced
  • 1/4 cup remoulade dressing

Instructions

  1. 1

    Toss 1 lb cubed alligator tail meat with 2 tbsp blackening seasoning in a bowl until evenly coated.

  2. 2

    Heat 2 tbsp olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat.

  3. 3

    Sear 1 lb cubed alligator tail meat for 4 to 6 minutes, stirring occasionally, until cooked through and internal temperature reaches 160°F.

  4. 4

    Arrange 6 cups mixed salad greens, 1 cup halved cherry tomatoes, and 1 cup sliced cucumber in a large serving bowl.

  5. 5

    Top the salad with the cooked alligator and drizzle with 1/4 cup remoulade dressing.

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Questions

What internal temperature should Blackened Alligator Salad reach?

For Blackened Alligator Salad, the target internal temperature is 160 F (about 70 C), given in step 3. A probe thermometer removes the guesswork.

Is Blackened Alligator Salad keto-friendly?

A serving of Blackened Alligator Salad carries 8 g of carbohydrate, 3 g of it fiber. Against a strict 20 g keto day that is 40 percent of the budget; against a moderate 100 g low-carb day it is 8 percent.

How much protein is in Blackened Alligator Salad?

One serving (the recipe makes 4) has 32 g of protein in about 340 calories, alongside 8 g carbohydrate and 20 g fat, plus 3 g fiber and 620 mg sodium. The figures are estimates computed from the ingredient list. More like it: the high-protein salad collection.

How long does Blackened Alligator Salad keep?

Water seeps out of the tomatoes as the salad sits, so keep the dressing apart and toss Blackened Alligator Salad just before serving. Undressed and refrigerated, the components hold about two days. It does not freeze.

Can I halve or double Blackened Alligator Salad?

Yes. As written it serves 4. Halved, the alligator drops from 1 lb to 0.5 lb; doubled, it is 2 lbs. Every line in this entry carries its half and double quantity, and the app's batch dial rewrites them inside each step. When doubling on the stovetop, use your widest pan or work in two batches so the food sears instead of steaming.

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