GRILLED SALMON CAESAR SALAD

Grilled Salmon Caesar Salad image

Flaky grilled salmon, lettuce, tomatoes and homemade garlic croutons star in this attractive salad. A Caesar-style dressing, nicely seasoned with lemon juice and grated Parmesan cheese, coats the colorful concoction. -Clara Barrett, Madison, Florida

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories Lunch

Time 35m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 15

Ingredients

2 salmon fillets (1 pound each)
3 cups cubed French bread
1 tablespoon olive oil
1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
1 bunch romaine, torn
2 cups small cherry tomatoes
DRESSING:
3 tablespoons olive oil
2 tablespoons lemon juice
4-1/2 teaspoons mayonnaise
2-1/4 teaspoons sugar
2 garlic cloves, minced
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon pepper
1 tablespoon grated Parmesan cheese

Steps:

Using long-handled tongs, moisten a paper towel with cooking oil and lightly coat the grill rack. Place salmon skin side down on grill. Grill, covered, over medium-hot heat or broil 4 in. from the heat for 15-20 minutes or until fish flakes easily with a fork. Cool., For croutons, toss the bread cubes, oil and garlic powder in a large bowl. In a nonstick skillet, saute bread cubes for 5-6 minutes or until golden brown, stirring occasionally. Remove from the heat; set aside., Flake salmon into chunks. In a large bowl, combine romaine and tomatoes. In a small bowl, whisk the oil, lemon juice, mayonnaise, sugar, garlic, salt and pepper. Pour over salad and toss to coat. Add the salmon, croutons and cheese; toss gently.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 322 calories, Fat 21g fat (4g saturated fat), Cholesterol 47mg cholesterol, Sodium 380mg sodium, Carbohydrate 15g carbohydrate (4g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 18g protein.