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Fish Salad With Cajun Salmon & Kale

Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Servings 2 servings
Calories 450
A vibrant and healthy salad combining crispy Cajun salmon with fresh kale and colorful vegetables, perfect for a nutritious meal.

Ingredients

Salmon

  • 2 medium fillets salmon fillets (with skin on, about 150 g each)
  • 2 tablespoons coconut oil
  • 1 teaspoon Cajun spice blend
  • 1 teaspoon paprika powder
  • 0.5 teaspoon smoked paprika powder (optional)
  • 1 teaspoon coriander seed powder
  • 0.5 teaspoon cumin powder
  • 1 teaspoon onion powder
  • 0.5 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1 pinch chili powder or flakes
  • 0.5 lime juice of 1/2 lime
  • 1 teaspoon sesame oil (optional)
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon honey
  • 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
  • a little salt and pepper

Salad

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

Herbs

  • a handful fresh coriander or parsley

Instructions 

  • Mix spices, salt, and chili; rub over salmon. Let sit briefly.
  • Whisk dressing ingredients; toss with kale, massage for 30 seconds.
  • Cook salmon in coconut oil 5 mins skin-side down, then 2 mins flesh-side, rest.
  • Add remaining salad ingredients; flake salmon into pieces and combine.

Notes

Ensure salmon is cooked thoroughly and toss salad gently to preserve textures.
Calories: 450kcal
Cost: $15
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: fusion
Keyword: Kale, Salad, Salmon