BUTTER LETTUCE SALAD WITH POACHED SALMON AND HERBS

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Fresh butter lettuce and grape tomatoes get a healthy poached salmon topper for a delicious, light meal.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Ingredients     Seafood Recipes     Salmon Recipes

Time 20m

Number Of Ingredients 9

4 skinless salmon fillets, (6 ounces each)
Zest of 1 lemon, peeled into strips with a vegetable peeler, plus 2 tablespoons lemon juice
Coarse salt and ground pepper
1/2 cup light mayonnaise
1 small garlic clove
1/2 cup fresh tarragon leaves
1/2 cup fresh parsley
1 1/2 pounds butter lettuce, torn into bite-size pieces
1 pint cherry or grape tomatoes, halved

Steps:

  • Place salmon in a medium skillet; cover with cold water. Add lemon zest; season with salt and pepper. Bring to a boil over high. Cover, remove skillet from heat, and let stand until salmon is opaque throughout, about 15 minutes.
  • Meanwhile, in a blender, combine mayonnaise, lemon juice, garlic, 1/4 cup tarragon, 1/4 cup parsley, and 2 tablespoons water. Season with salt and pepper. Blend until smooth; set dressing aside.
  • In a large bowl, toss lettuce with tomatoes and remaining herbs. Divide salad among 4 plates; top with poached salmon, and drizzle with dressing.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 386 g, Fat 21 g, Fiber 2 g, Protein 37 g

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