Baked Salmon Salad
4 servings
60 minutes
Salad with baked salmon is a refined dish of European cuisine that combines the freshness of greens with the rich flavor of tender salmon. The light acidity of lemon adds a special juiciness to the fish, while garlic mayonnaise adds a spicy note. Baked salmon paired with young potatoes and green beans creates a harmony of textures, while watercress, mint, and basil provide freshness and aroma to the dish. This salad is suitable for both a light lunch and a festive dinner where highlighting the sophistication of taste is important. It can be served on its own or as an accompaniment to main meat and fish dishes. The ease of preparation makes it an ideal choice for those who appreciate gastronomic pleasures without unnecessary fuss.
1
Zest and juice two lemons, peel 1 clove of garlic, boil and cool the potatoes and beans.
- Lemon: 2 pieces
- Garlic: 1 clove
- New potatoes: 450 g
- Green (broad/fava) beans: 150 g
2
Preheat the oven to 200 degrees.
3
Rub 4 two-hundred-gram salmon fillets with olive oil, lemon juice, and zest (leave some for dressing).
- Salmon fillet: 4 pieces
- Olive oil: to taste
- Lemon: 2 pieces
- Ground black pepper: to taste
4
Line the baking tray with foil, place the fish on top, and bake for 15-20 minutes until fully cooked. Remove from the oven and let it cool slightly.
- Salmon fillet: 4 pieces
5
Grate garlic into mayonnaise and add pepper.
- Garlic: 1 clove
- Mayonnaise: 250 g
- Ground black pepper: to taste
6
Add some lemon juice and cayenne pepper.
- Lemon: 2 pieces
- Ground cayenne pepper: pinch
7
Season the potatoes and beans with lemon juice, zest, and olive oil. Lightly pepper.
- New potatoes: 450 g
- Green (broad/fava) beans: 150 g
- Lemon: 2 pieces
- Olive oil: to taste
- Ground black pepper: to taste
8
Add watercress, mint, and a sprig of fresh basil, mix, and distribute onto 4 plates.
- Garden cress: 1 bunch
- Fresh mint: 1 bunch
- Basil: 1 piece
9
Cut the salmon into small pieces and place it on top of each plate.
- Salmon fillet: 4 pieces
10
Season each serving with a tablespoon of garlic mayonnaise and serve at the table.
- Mayonnaise: 250 g