Here’s a simple recipe that yields a tasty salmon and asparagus salad in just a few minutes:
Ingredients:
– 1 pound of fresh salmon fillets
– 1 bunch of fresh asparagus
– 1/4 cup olive oil
– 1 tablespoon honey
– 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
– 2 cloves of garlic, minced
– salt and pepper to taste
– 4 cups of mixed greens
– 1/4 cup sliced almonds
– 1/4 cup crumbled feta cheese
– 1 lemon, cut into wedges
Instructions:
1. Preheat the oven to 400F.
2. Rinse the salmon fillets and pat them dry with paper towels.
3. Trim the woody ends off the asparagus stalks and slice them in half.
4. In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, honey, Dijon mustard, minced garlic, salt, and pepper until well combined.
5. Pour a third of the dressing over the salmon fillets and spread it evenly to coat.
6. Toss the asparagus pieces with another third of the dressing and place them in a single layer on a baking sheet.
7. Bake the salmon and asparagus for 12-15 minutes, or until the salmon is just cooked through and the asparagus is tender-crisp.
8. Remove the salmon and asparagus from the oven and let them cool for a few minutes.
9. In a large mixing bowl, toss the mixed greens with the remaining dressing.
10. Arrange the dressed greens on a serving platter.
11. Top the greens with the roasted salmon fillets and asparagus pieces.
12. Sprinkle the sliced almonds and crumbled feta cheese over the top of the salmon and asparagus.
13. Serve the salad with lemon wedges on the side.
This recipe can be adjusted to suit your preferences. For example, you can swap out the feta cheese for goat cheese or use different nuts instead of almonds. You can also add more vegetables or fruits to the mix, such as cherry tomatoes, sliced cucumbers, or diced avocado.
When it comes to salmon and asparagus salad, the possibilities are endless. You can serve it as a light lunch or a satisfying dinner. Regardless of how you enjoy it, this recipe is sure to become a favorite.