Alaska Salmon with Orange and Watercress
Pan-seared Alaska salmon with a bright side salad is like summertime on a plate!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Servings: 4
Ingredients
- 4 Alaska salmon fillets (4-6 ounces each)
- 1/4 cup avocado oil, divided
- 2 bunches (about 3 cups) watercress, roughly chopped or 3 cups microgreens
- 3 tablespoons cucumber, finely chopped
- 2 oranges, peeled and segmented (membrane removed)
- 1-2 teaspoons white wine vinegar
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- 2 cups mixed greens
- Half of an avocado, pitted, peeled and sliced
- 1/4 cup walnuts
- 2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
- Smoked paprika, for finishing
- 4-6 edible flowers, such as nasturtiums
Nutrition Facts
| Calories | 763 |
| Total Fat | 40g |
| Saturated Fat | 6g |
| Calories from Fat | 359 |
| Cholesterol | 202mg |
| Protein | 91g |
| Carbohydrate | 13g |
| Fiber | 4g |
| Sodium | 328mg |
| Calcium | 120mg |
| Omega-3 Fatty Acids | 4500mg |
Instructions
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Step 1 Cook salmon
Rinse any ice glaze from frozen Alaska salmon under cold water; pat dry with paper towel. Heat skillet over medium-high heat and brush both sides of fish using 3 tablespoons of avocado oil. Cook salmon, uncovered, about 4 minutes, until browned. Turn salmon over and season lightly with salt and pepper. Cook an additional 6-8 minutes for frozen or 3-4 minutes for fresh/thawed, just until fish is opaque throughout.
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Step 2 Meanwhile, combine the greens and dressing
In a medium bowl combine watercress, cucumber and orange segments. Season with a few drops of white wine vinegar, remaining avocado oil, and salt and pepper, to taste.
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Step 3 Plate, garnish and serve
Plate mixed greens next to salmon and top with avocado, walnuts and apple cider vinaigrette. Add nasturtiums and serve.
Cooking Technique Video
Nutrition Facts
| Calories | 763 |
| Total Fat | 40g |
| Saturated Fat | 6g |
| Calories from Fat | 359 |
| Cholesterol | 202mg |
| Protein | 91g |
| Carbohydrate | 13g |
| Fiber | 4g |
| Sodium | 328mg |
| Calcium | 120mg |
| Omega-3 Fatty Acids | 4500mg |
