Smoked Salmon Caesar Salad With Bitter Greens

Smoky salmon pairs perfectly with a salad of arugula, endives, and spinach, tossed in a classic homemade Caesar dressing.

By Kate Morgan | Experience Life

Makes 4 servings
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes

Ingredients

Salad

8 oz. asparagus spears
4 oz. arugula
4 oz. baby spinach
3 small heads of endive, coarsely chopped
8 oz. smoked salmon, sliced

Dressing

3 anchovies (or 1½ tsp. anchovy paste)
1 large garlic clove, minced
1 tsp. coarse sea salt
1 large egg yolk
Juice of ½ lemon
½ tsp. Dijon mustard
¼ cup + 2 tbs. extra-virgin olive oil, divided
3 tbs. grated Parmesan cheese
1 shallot, thinly sliced

Directions

STEP 1

Using a vegetable peeler or sharp knife, shave or cut the asparagus into long, thin strips. Add the strips to a bowl with the other greens and mix.

STEP 2

Place the anchovies, minced garlic, and salt on a cutting board, and use the flat side of your knife to mash the ingredients into a thick paste. (Alternatively, use a mortar and pestle to thoroughly combine.)

STEP 3

In a bowl, whisk together the egg yolk, lemon juice, and mustard. Mix in the anchovy-garlic paste.

STEP 4

Slowly drizzle in ¼ cup of the olive oil, whisking vigorously, until the mixture emulsifies and thickens. Stir in the Parmesan.

STEP 5

Add the remaining olive oil to a pan and heat over medium-high until shimmering.

STEP 6

Add the shallots and sauté, stirring constantly, until they’re golden brown and crispy, about eight minutes.

STEP 7

Remove and drain on a paper towel.

STEP 8

Toss the greens in the dressing, then serve topped with the salmon and crispy shallots.

Photographer: Terry Brennan; Food Stylist: Betsy Nelson

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