Seared salmon salad is a delightful dish that combines the richness of seared salmon with the freshness of a crisp salad. The delicate flavor of the salmon pairs perfectly with a variety of greens, vegetables, and dressings, making it a versatile dish that can be enjoyed for lunch or dinner. Whether you prefer a classic Caesar dressing or a tangy vinaigrette, there is a seared salmon salad recipe to suit every taste. With its vibrant colors, delicious flavors, and impressive presentation, seared salmon salad is sure to become a favorite in your kitchen.
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SEARED SALMON WITH CITRUS AND ARUGULA SALAD
Bursting with color and bright, bold flavors, this simple recipe makes an elegant main course for a dinner party, or a welcome diversion from your go-to weeknight salmon. The technique of cooking salmon in a cast-iron skillet creates a beautifully golden-brown sear and crispy skin. For best results, make this recipe during the cold weather months, when citrus fruit is at its best.
Provided by Lidey Heuck
Categories brunch, dinner, lunch, salads and dressings, seafood, appetizer, main course
Time 40m
Yield 4 servings
Number Of Ingredients 15
Steps:
- Make the glaze for the salmon: In a small bowl, whisk 2 tablespoons olive oil with the orange juice, mustard, half the chopped garlic and 1/4 teaspoon salt. Set aside.
- Make the salad dressing: In another small bowl, whisk together 2 tablespoons olive oil with the lemon juice, 1/2 teaspoon salt and 1/2 teaspoon pepper. Stir in the shallots and the remaining garlic, then set aside.
- Using a small serrated knife, peel the grapefruit and oranges and trim to remove any remaining pith. Slice all the peeled fruit crosswise into thin circles (no larger than 1/2-inch thick); remove the seeds and set aside.
- Heat a 12-inch cast-iron or heavy stainless-steel skillet over medium-high until it's extremely hot (a drop of water flicked onto the pan should turn to steam almost immediately), about 3 minutes. Meanwhile, pat the salmon fillets dry using paper towels, brush both sides with olive oil, and season all over with salt and pepper.
- When the pan is ready, cook the salmon fillets skin-side down over medium-high without moving until the salmon skin releases easily from the pan, 3 to 4 minutes. Using a pair of tongs or a spatula, wiggle the fillets to loosen the skin from the bottom of the pan, then carefully flip. Lower the heat to medium and cook until the salmon is cooked through but still slightly rare in the center, 4 to 5 more minutes, depending on the thickness of the fillets.
- Transfer to a rimmed plate or serving dish, and brush the glaze all over the salmon, making sure to coat the fillets.
- Combine the arugula and fennel in a large bowl. Pour the dressing over the salad and toss well. Add the avocado, citrus rounds and pistachios, and toss gently. Transfer to a shallow serving bowl or platter and serve alongside the salmon.
SESAME SEARED SALMON SALAD
Provided by Food Network
Time P1DT30m
Yield 1 to 2 servings
Number Of Ingredients 24
Steps:
- For the salmon: Combine the soy sauce, sesame oil, rice wine vinegar, and fresh orange juice in a shallow dish. Add the salmon and marinate for 24 hours in the refrigerator.
- Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F. Spray a baking sheet with nonstick cooking spray.
- Mix the sesame seeds together. Dredge 1 side of the salmon in the sesame seeds and pan sear the seeded side only. In a saute pan over high heat, add a touch of sesame oil and sear the fillet in the middle of the pan until you smell the sesame seeds cooking, about15 seconds. Flip to the other side and cook for 10 seconds. Transfer to the prepared baking sheet and cook until desired doneness, 6 to 10 minutes.
- For the vinaigrette: In a food processor, blend the miso paste with the sesame oil and rice wine vinegar. Slowly add the olive oil, soy sauce, and salt and pepper, to taste.
- For the vegetables: In a skillet over medium-high, saute the zucchini, yellow squash, and carrot in the olive oil, sesame oil, and soy sauce for about 45 seconds.
- For the salad: In a large bowl, toss the greens with 2 ounces of the miso-soy vinaigrette and arrange on a plate. Place the stir-fried vegetables on top. Sprinkle with the cashews and tomato slices. Arrange the salmon on top and drizzle with a little sweet soy sauce.
PAN-SEARED SALMON WITH KALE AND APPLE SALAD
The star of this dish is the kale salad. It's crunchy, tangy and sweet!
Provided by Food Network Kitchen
Categories main-dish
Time 40m
Yield 4 servings
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- Bring the salmon to room temperature 10 minutes before cooking.
- Meanwhile, whisk together the lemon juice, 2 tablespoons of the olive oil and 1/4 teaspoon salt in a large bowl. Add the kale, toss to coat and let stand 10 minutes.
- While the kale stands, cut the dates into thin slivers and the apple into matchsticks. Add the dates, apples, cheese and almonds to the kale. Season with pepper, toss well and set aside.
- Sprinkle the salmon all over with 1/2 teaspoon salt and some pepper. Heat the remaining 1 tablespoon oil in a large nonstick skillet over medium-low heat. Raise the heat to medium-high. Place the salmon, skin-side up in the pan. Cook until golden brown on one side, about 4 minutes. Turn the fish over with a spatula, and cook until it feels firm to the touch, about 3 minutes more.
- Divide the salmon, salad and rolls evenly among four plates.
SEARED SALMON WITH 3 BEAN SALAD
Steps:
- Place all 3 kinds of beans in large mixing bowl and toss with remaining ingredients. Season, to taste, with salt and pepper. Set aside.
- Season salmon with cumin, salt and pepper. Heat oil in a large, nonstick skillet over medium heat. Place salmon skin side down in skillet and cook until skin is crisp and golden, about 3 to 4 minutes. Turn fillets over and cook until medium rare, about 3 more minutes.
- Serve salmon with salad.
SEARED SALMON SALAD
Make and share this Seared Salmon Salad recipe from Food.com.
Provided by Gingerbear
Categories One Dish Meal
Time 30m
Yield 2 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Thaw fish if frozen.
- Rinse fish; pat dry.
- Sprinkle fish lightly with salt, pepper and 1/2 teaspoon of the ground cumin.
- In a medium nonstick skillet heat olive or cooking oil over medium high heat; add fish.
- Cook fish on one side for 4 to 5 minutes or until golden.
- Turn carefully.
- Cook for 4 to 5 minutes more or until fish flakes easily with a fork.
- Meanwhile, divide greens, jicama and olives among 2 salad plates.
- Set aside.
- To serve place 1 fish fillet atop greens on each plate.
- Combine salad dressing and remaining cumin; drizzle atop salmon.
SEARED SUMMER SALMON SALAD
My children just love tuna salad, but I needed something to do with the salmon I had in the fridge and I hate mayo. So, this was my compromise. This recipe is easy and will keep them coming back for seconds.
Provided by Nikol D S Hasler
Categories Salad Seafood Salad Recipes Salmon Salad Recipes
Time 52m
Yield 4
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Cook campanelle in the boiling water, stirring occasionally, until tender yet firm to the bite, about 12 minutes. Drain and rinse with cold water.
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat until sizzling. Add garlic; cook and stir until fragrant, 30 seconds to 1 minute. Add salmon; cook until browned and flaking apart, about 5 minutes per side.
- Transfer salmon fillets to a bowl with pan drippings. Pour frozen peas on top; let thaw as salmon cools, about 10 minutes. Add campanelle pasta, sugar snap peas, green onions, mustard, lemon juice, and dill; toss gently. Season with salt and pepper.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 372.5 calories, Carbohydrate 51.2 g, Cholesterol 23.4 mg, Fat 10.8 g, Fiber 3.8 g, Protein 17.6 g, SaturatedFat 1.6 g, Sodium 440.1 mg, Sugar 2.7 g
SEARED SALMON WITH SMOKY SQUASH SALAD RECIPE BY TASTY
Here's what you need: garlic, maple syrup, lemon juice, olive oil, salt, pepper, salmon fillet, canola oil, chickpeas, olive oil, smoked paprika, ground turmeric, black pepper, ground cumin, salt, cayenne, cinnamon, butternut squash, sweet potatoes, tahini, maple syrup, garlic, lemon juice, kale, barley, shallots, chopped pecans
Provided by Matthew Johnson
Categories Dinner
Yield 12 servings
Number Of Ingredients 27
Steps:
- Preheat the oven to 425°F (220°C).
- In a small bowl, combine the garlic, maple syrup, lemon juice, olive oil, salt, and pepper.
- Brush the marinade over the salmon fillets. Cover with plastic wrap and marinate in the fridge for 1 hour.
- In a medium bowl, combine the chickpeas, 2 tablespoons of olive oil, the smoked paprika, turmeric, pepper, cumin, salt, cayenne, and cinnamon. Toss to combine. Set aside.
- Add the butternut squash and sweet potatoes to a baking sheet. Season with salt and pepper and drizzle with 2 tablespoons of olive oil. Bake for 1 hour, or until the vegetables are soft.
- Pour the spiced chickpeas onto a second sheet pan and spread out into an even layer. Toss to coat. Bake for 40 minutes, or until chickpeas are browned and crispy.
- In a liquid measuring cup or small bowl, combine the tahini, maple syrup, garlic, lemon juice, remaining ¼ cup of olive oil, salt, and pepper. Whisk well.
- In a large bowl, add the chopped kale, roasted squash and sweet potatoes, barley, roasted chickpeas, shallot, pecans, and tahini dressing. Toss to combine.
- Heat the canola oil in a large skillet over medium heat. In batches, sear the salmon skin-side down for 3 minutes, then flip and cook on the other side for 3 minutes.
- Arrange the salad on a platter and top with the seared salmon.
- Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts : Calories 507 calories, Carbohydrate 67 grams, Fat 22 grams, Fiber 14 grams, Protein 14 grams, Sugar 15 grams
SPINACH SALAD WITH PAN SEARED SALMON
This spinach salad is delightful. The seared salmon pairs well with the spinach salad and the light Bleu cheese dressing. Although the seasoning in the salmon is minimal, it's delicious. The salad dressing is creamy and loaded with Bleu cheese flavor, but it's not heavy. Adding the toasted walnuts gives the savory salad some...
Provided by Pat DiMercurio
Categories Salads
Time 25m
Number Of Ingredients 20
Steps:
- 1. To make the dressing: whisk together all dressing ingredients in a small bowl. Set aside.
- 2. Put spinach in a large bowl.
- 3. Slice the mushrooms and add to the spinach.
- 4. Toss with the dressing, using about half. If the salad looks too dry add more dressing.
- 5. Heat a cast iron skillet on medium-high heat. Cut the salmon into two pieces. Brush lightly with EVOO and season with salt, pepper, and a little smoked paprika if you have it.
- 6. Place the salmon into the skillet and sear on both sides, 3 minutes on each side, or to your preference.
- 7. Remove from pan and place on a cutting board.
- 8. Plate the salad onto two dinner plates.
- 9. Slice the egg with an egg slicer or with a small knife and place on the side of the salad as a garnish. Use half of the egg for each plate.
- 10. Sprinkle half the walnuts on top of each salad.
- 11. Cut the salmon filets on an angle into strips with a sharp knife. Using the side of the knife lift the salmon and fan over the salad.
- 12. Drizzle any left over dressing over the top of the fish. Serve with warm rolls or garlic bread.
Tips:
- Selecting the Right Salmon: Choose wild-caught salmon for its superior flavor and health benefits. Look for fish with vibrant color and firm flesh.
- Achieving Perfect Sear: Preheat your pan or grill to high heat before adding the salmon. Sear the fish for 2-3 minutes per side, or until a golden crust forms. This will help retain the salmon's moisture and flavor.
- Don't Overcook the Salmon: Salmon is a delicate fish that can easily become dry and overcooked. Cook it just until it reaches an internal temperature of 145°F (63°C) for medium-rare or 155°F (68°C) for medium.
- Creating a Vibrant Salad: Use a variety of colorful vegetables, fruits, and nuts to create a visually appealing and nutrient-rich salad. Arugula, spinach, mixed greens, cherry tomatoes, avocado, cucumber, and almonds are great choices.
- Homemade Vinaigrette Dressing: Whisk together olive oil, lemon juice, Dijon mustard, honey, salt, and pepper to make a simple yet flavorful vinaigrette dressing. Adjust the proportions to suit your taste preferences.
Conclusion:
Seared salmon salad is a delightful dish that combines the richness of salmon with the freshness of a vibrant salad. By following these tips, you can create a perfectly cooked salmon fillet and a delicious, well-balanced salad. Experiment with different ingredients and flavors to create your own unique version of this classic dish.
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