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Fish Salad With Cajun Salmon & Kale

Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings 2 servings
Calories 450
A flavorful and healthy salad featuring crispy Cajun salmon atop fresh kale and vibrant vegetables.

Ingredients

Salmon

  • 2 medium fillets salmon fillets (with skin on, about 150 g each)

Cooking Oil

  • Coconut oil coconut oil

Spices

  • Cajun spice blend Cajun spice blend
  • 1 tsp paprika powder
  • 0.5 tsp smoked paprika powder (optional)
  • 1 tsp coriander seed powder
  • 0.5 tsp cumin powder
  • 1 tsp onion powder
  • 0.5 tsp garlic powder
  • 1 tsp dried oregano
  • 1 tsp salt
  • a pinch chili powder or flakes

Dressing

  • Juice of 1/2 lime lime juice
  • 1 tsp sesame oil (optional)
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 tsp honey
  • 1 tsp Dijon mustard
  • a little salt and pepper

Vegetables & Toppings

  • 150 g shredded kale (4 leaves, stem removed, leaves thinly sliced)
  • 1 large carrot (grated)
  • 0.5 red pepper red pepper (thinly sliced)
  • 1 green spring onion spring onion (chopped)
  • 0.25 cup pumpkin seeds
  • 0.25 cup dried cranberries
  • a handful fresh coriander or parsley

Instructions 

  • Rub spices, salt, and chili over salmon; set aside.
  • Mix dressing ingredients and toss with kale, massaging for 30 seconds.
  • Cook salmon in coconut oil: 5 min skin-side down, 2 min flesh-side, then rest.
  • Add vegetables, mix, flake salmon into pieces, and combine.

Notes

Ensure to massage the kale thoroughly for a tender texture.
Calories: 450kcal
Cost: $15
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: fusion
Keyword: Kale, Salad, Salmon