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Salmon Salad

A light French bistro style salad featuring warm pan-seared salmon served over crisp greens, tender green beans, and radishes dressed in a tangy Dijon vinaigrette.

25 minEasyServes 2480 cal/serving

FrenchSaladStovetopPescatarianLow CarbKetoHigh ProteinMediterraneanHalal-friendlyGluten-FreeDairy-FreeNut-FreeEgg-FreeSoy-FreePork-FreeAlcohol-FreeCorn-Free

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Ingredients

  • 12 oz salmon fillets, patted dry
  • 4 oz haricots verts, trimmed
  • 4 cups mixed baby greens, washed
  • 4 radishes, thinly sliced
  • 1 tbsp capers, drained
  • 1 tbsp Dijon mustard
  • 2 tbsp fresh lemon juice
  • 2 tbsp extra-virgin olive oil
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • 1/2 tsp fine sea salt
  • 1/4 tsp freshly ground black pepper

Instructions

  1. 1

    Whisk 1 tbsp Dijon mustard, 2 tbsp fresh lemon juice, 2 tbsp extra-virgin olive oil, 1/2 tsp fine sea salt, and 1/4 tsp freshly ground black pepper together in a large bowl to create the vinaigrette.

  2. 2

    Boil 4 oz trimmed haricots verts in salted water for 3 minutes, transfer to ice water, and drain well.

  3. 3

    Heat 1 tbsp olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat.

  4. 4

    Pan-sear 12 oz patted dry salmon fillets for 3 to 4 minutes per side until the internal temperature reaches 145°F.

  5. 5

    Toss 4 cups washed mixed baby greens, cooked haricots verts, 4 thinly sliced radishes, and 1 tbsp drained capers directly into the bowl with vinaigrette.

  6. 6

    Divide salad onto plates and top with warm seared salmon fillets.

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Questions

What internal temperature should Salmon Salad reach?

For Salmon Salad, the target internal temperature is 145 F (about 65 C), given in step 4. A probe thermometer removes the guesswork.

What can I use instead of capers in Salmon Salad?

The entry for Salmon Salad calls for 1 tbsp capers, drained. In its place: Chopped green olives give the same briny pop.

Can I use another fish instead of salmon in Salmon Salad?

Arctic char or steelhead trout cooks the same way. Thinner fillets need a minute or two less, so go by thickness rather than the clock. As written, the entry for Salmon Salad uses 12 oz salmon fillets, patted dry.

Is Salmon Salad low-carb?

A serving of Salmon Salad carries 10 g of carbohydrate, 4 g of it fiber. Against a strict 20 g keto day that is 50 percent of the budget; against a moderate 100 g low-carb day it is 10 percent.

Does Salmon Salad contain fish?

Yes: 12 oz salmon fillets, patted dry. The full allergen list for this entry is fish. Packaged ingredients vary by brand, so check labels if the allergy is serious.

How much protein is in Salmon Salad?

One serving (the recipe makes 2) has 38 g of protein in about 480 calories, alongside 10 g carbohydrate and 32 g fat, plus 4 g fiber and 520 mg sodium. The figures are estimates computed from the ingredient list. More like it: the high-protein salad collection.

How do I store and reheat Salmon Salad?

Dressed, it is best the day it is made, so keep the dressing apart and toss Salmon Salad just before serving. Undressed and refrigerated, the components hold about two days. It does not freeze.

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