Caesar Salad w/ King Salmon & Crispy Capers

Crispy-skinned salmon, creamy avocado, salty Parm, and golden fried capers in place of croutons. This Caesar isn't just a salad-it's a full meal in 12 minutes flat. Clean, bold, and built for flavor on a tight clock.

Why You'll Love Caesar Salad w/ King Salmon & Crispy Capers

It's everything you want from a Caesar-creamy, crunchy, salty-but leveled up with rich, flaky king salmon and a carb-conscious crunch from crispy capers. Perfect for a quick dinner that feels way more special than the effort it takes. Plus, it's endlessly flexible, packs well, and nails that light-but-satisfying sweet spot.

Tips and Tricks

• Use a fish spatula for easier salmon flipping without breaking the skin.
• Make a batch of Caesar dressing on Sunday to save time all week long.

Variations

• Swap crispy capers for toasted nuts or gluten-free croutons.
• Add cherry tomatoes or radishes for extra brightness and crunch.

Substitutions

• Use olive oil if you don't have avocado oil on hand.
• Any firm white fish or trout works in place of salmon.

Best served with

• Sparkling water with lemon or a crisp white wine like Sauvignon Blanc
• Light grain bowl on the side if you want more carbs

How to Store Leftovers

Salad is best eaten fresh, but cooked salmon can be stored in an airtight container in the fridge up to 2 days. Reheat gently to avoid drying out.

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Caesar Salad w/ King Salmon & Crispy Capers

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Crispy-skinned salmon, creamy avocado, salty parm, and golden fried capers in place of croutons. This Caesar isn't just a salad-it's a full meal in 12 minutes flat. Clean, bold, and built for flavor on a tight clock.

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Prep Time 12 minutes mins

Total Time 12 minutes mins

Course: Appetizer, Salad

Cuisine: Californian, Healthy

Calories: 989

Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition

Ingredients

  

• 1 Salmon filet 6-8 oz
• 2 tablespoon Avocado oil
• 3 cups Mixed greens
• 2 tablespoon Caesar dressing
• 3 tablespoon Parmesan finely grated
• 1 Avocado sliced
• Toppings
• 2 tablespoon Crispy capers
• Kosher salt and black pepper to taste

Equipment

• Non-stick frying pan
• Mixing bowl

Method

 

Cook Salmon

1. Pat salmon dry and season both sides with kosher salt.
2. Heat avocado oil in a frying pan over medium heat. Once hot, add salmon skin side down. Press skin firmly against pan for 1 minute to ensure crispness.
3. Cook skin side for 8-9 minutes until crisp, then flip and cook 1 minute more until internal temp reaches 140°F (medium). Remove and set aside.

Assemble Salad

1. In a large bowl, toss greens with Caesar dressing until evenly coated.
2. Transfer salad to a serving plate. Top with salmon, Parmesan, avocado slices, and crispy capers. Serve immediately.

Nutrition

Calories: 989kcalCarbohydrates: 22gProtein: 40gFat: 85gSaturated Fat: 12gPolyunsaturated Fat: 21gMonounsaturated Fat: 47gCholesterol: 105mgSodium: 476mgPotassium: 2023mgFiber: 14gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 1735IUVitamin C: 48mgCalcium: 74mgIron: 4mg

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