Caesar Salad with Salmon

4 servings

40 minutes

Caesar salad with salmon is an exquisite and delicate version of the classic American dish. Its history dates back to 1924 when chef Caesar Cardini created the original recipe in Tijuana. In this version, juicy salmon fillet adds a unique touch, becoming tender and aromatic after light frying. Crispy croutons soaked in garlic oil add texture, while iceberg lettuce refreshes the taste. Quail eggs and sweet cherry tomatoes harmoniously complement the composition, and a tangy sauce made from mayonnaise, lemon juice, and mustard gives the dish special depth. This dish is perfect for both festive dinners and light lunches, offering vibrant flavor sensations with every bite.

Energy value per serving

• Calories: 533.6
• Proteins: 27.9g
• Fats: 27.9g
• Carbohydrates: 41.6g

Ingredients

• Salmon fillet: 300 g
• Cherry tomatoes: 200 g
• Quail egg: 8 pc
• Iceberg lettuce: 1 pc
• French baguette: 1 pc
• Garlic: 2 clove
• Grated Parmesan cheese: 50 g
• Olive oil: 2 tbsp
• Lemon juice: 1 tbsp
• Salt: to taste
• Ground black pepper: to taste
• Grainy mustard: 0.5 tbsp
• Vegetable oil: 1 tbsp

Cooking steps

1. Cut the salmon fillet into small strips, season with salt and pepper, and let it sit for 15 minutes.

   Required ingredients:

   • Salmon fillet: 300 g
   • Salt:  to taste
   • Ground black pepper:  to taste

2. Then fry the pieces of salmon in vegetable oil on both sides until cooked.

   Required ingredients:

   • Vegetable oil: 1 tablespoon

3. Crush two garlic cloves, pour with olive oil, add salt, and let it steep for 15 minutes.

   Required ingredients:

   • Garlic: 2 cloves
   • Olive oil: 2 tablespoons
   • Salt:  to taste

4. Then cut the baguette into cubes, pour garlic oil into a heated pan, and fry the baguette; if desired, it can be dried in the oven after frying.

   Required ingredients:

   • French baguette: 1 piece
   • Garlic: 2 cloves
   • Olive oil: 2 tablespoons

5. For the sauce, mix mayonnaise and lemon juice, grain mustard (you can add a bit of garlic).

   Required ingredients:

   • Lemon juice: 1 tablespoon
   • Grainy mustard: 0.5 tablespoon
   • Garlic: 2 cloves

6. Tear the 'Iceberg' salad by hand.

   Required ingredients:

   • Iceberg lettuce: 1 piece

7. Mix the salad with the dressing.

   Required ingredients:

   • Iceberg lettuce: 1 piece

8. Place the prepared 'Iceberg' salad on a plate and sprinkle with grated cheese.

   Required ingredients:

   • Iceberg lettuce: 1 piece
   • Grated Parmesan cheese: 50 g

9. Cut the eggs and tomatoes in half and place them on plates.

   Required ingredients:

   • Cherry tomatoes: 200 g
   • Quail egg: 8 pieces

10. Add croutons, fried salmon, and sprinkle with cheese again.

    Required ingredients:

    • French baguette: 1 piece
    • Salmon fillet: 300 g
    • Grated Parmesan cheese: 50 g