Blackened Salmon Caesar Salad

This spin on a traditional Caesar salad features greens from Brussels sprouts and omega-3s from a filet of salmon — both of which can offer mood-supportive benefits.

By The Life Time Health Team

Makes 4 servings
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes

Ingredients

2 salmon filets, skin on
1 tsp. cumin
1½ tsp. chili powder
1 tsp. garlic powder
1/2 tsp. onion powder
1 tsp. paprika
4 strips nitrate-free bacon, chopped
Juice of 1/2 lemon
12 oz. shaved Brussels sprouts
Salt and pepper to taste

For the Caesar dressing:

1/2 cup full-fat greek yogurt
Juice of 1/2 lemon, plus zest
1–2 tbs. Dijon mustard
1/2 tsp. Worcestershire sauce
1 tbs. garlic powder
4 tbs. parmesan cheese

Directions

STEP 1

Cut salmon to desired size and season with dry seasonings.

STEP 2

Heat oil in a skillet until hot. Place the salmon in the skillet, skin side up, and cook for two to three minutes. Flip and cook an additional four to five minutes until done. Set aside.

STEP 3

Heat a skillet over medium heat, add the chopped bacon and cook through. Set aside.

STEP 4

Whisk together the ingredients for the Caesar dressing.

STEP 5

In a large bowl, combine the shaved Brussels sprouts, bacon, parmesan, and Caesar dressing. Toss to combine.

STEP 6

Serve the salad topped with the blackened salmon filets. Add salt and pepper to taste.