Description
A fresh and vibrant Grilled Salmon Cobb Salad with smoked turkey bacon, mixed greens, shredded mozzarella cheese (vegetal), and a tangy homemade mustard vinaigrette. This salad combines bold flavors and textures for a healthy, nourishing meal perfect for lunch or dinner.
Ingredients
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Salmon and Protein
- 4 fresh salmon fillets, skin-on
- 6 strips smoked turkey bacon
- 4 hard-boiled eggs, quartered
Salad Base
- 4 cups mixed salad greens (lettuce, arugula, baby spinach)
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1 avocado, sliced
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese (vegetal)
Mustard Vinaigrette
- 2 tablespoons Dijon mustard
- 2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
- 1/3 cup olive oil
- 1 tablespoon honey
- 1 clove garlic, minced
- Salt, to taste
- Freshly ground black pepper, to taste
Instructions
- Prepare the Salmon: Season the salmon fillets with salt, pepper, and a drizzle of olive oil. Heat grill or grill pan to medium-high heat. Grill salmon for 4-5 minutes per side until opaque and flaky. Remove and let rest.
- Cook the Smoked Turkey Bacon: In a skillet over medium heat, cook smoked turkey bacon strips until crispy. Drain on paper towels and set aside.
- Make the Mustard Vinaigrette: In a small bowl, whisk together Dijon mustard, apple cider vinegar, honey, minced garlic, salt, pepper, and olive oil. Adjust sweetness or acidity as desired.
- Assemble the Salad Base: On a large platter or bowl, layer mixed salad greens, halved cherry tomatoes, sliced avocado, quartered hard-boiled eggs, and shredded mozzarella cheese (vegetal).
- Add Protein and Finish: Place grilled salmon fillets and crispy smoked turkey bacon strips over the salad. Drizzle generously with mustard vinaigrette just before serving.
Notes
- Use fresh, high-quality salmon for best flavor and even grilling.
- Add vinaigrette gradually to prevent soggy greens.
- Let grilled salmon rest to retain moisture and texture.
- Ensure smoked turkey bacon is crispy to add a crunchy contrast.
- Prep ingredients like chopping veggies, boiling eggs, and making dressing ahead to speed assembly.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Salads
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 700mg
- Fat: 28g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 18g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 35g
- Cholesterol: 210mg
Keywords: Grilled salmon salad, Cobb salad, mustard vinaigrette, healthy salad, smoked turkey bacon salad, summer salad, protein salad
