SPINACH SALAD WITH PAN SEARED SALMON

Spinach Salad With Pan Seared Salmon image

Provided by Pat DiMercurio

Categories Salads

Time 25m

Number Of Ingredients 20

BLEU CHEESE DRESSING
1 clove garlic
1/4 tsp salt
2 Tbsp fat-free Greek yogurt, plain unflavored
1 Tbsp low fat mayo
2 Tbsp fresh squeezed lemon juice
1 Tbsp olive oil, extra virgin
2 Tbsp fat-free milk
1/2 tsp fresh ground pepper
1/4 tsp dried thyme
3 Tbsp low fat Bleu cheese crumbles
SALAD
4 c baby spinach
4 fresh mushrooms, button or crimini
1 egg, hard boiled
1/4 c walnuts, toasted
8 oz wild caught Alaskan salmon
1 Tbsp olive oil, extra virgin
salt and pepper, to taste
smoked paprika, optional

Steps:

1. To make the dressing: whisk together all dressing ingredients in a small bowl. Set aside.
2. Put spinach in a large bowl.
3. Slice the mushrooms and add to the spinach.
4. Toss with the dressing, using about half. If the salad looks too dry add more dressing.
5. Heat a cast iron skillet on medium-high heat. Cut the salmon into two pieces. Brush lightly with EVOO and season with salt, pepper, and a little smoked paprika if you have it.
6. Place the salmon into the skillet and sear on both sides, 3 minutes on each side, or to your preference.
7. Remove from pan and place on a cutting board.
8. Plate the salad onto two dinner plates.
9. Slice the egg with an egg slicer or with a small knife and place on the side of the salad as a garnish. Use half of the egg for each plate.
10. Sprinkle half the walnuts on top of each salad.
11. Cut the salmon filets on an angle into strips with a sharp knife. Using the side of the knife lift the salmon and fan over the salad.
12. Drizzle any left over dressing over the top of the fish. Serve with warm rolls or garlic bread.