Embark on a culinary journey to the vibrant shores of Nice, France, where the flavors of the Mediterranean converge in a symphony of taste. Salmon Nicoise with Caper Dressing is a delightful main course that captures the essence of this beloved region. Fresh salmon fillets are expertly seared to perfection, their tender flesh infused with a medley of aromatic herbs and zesty lemon. Accompanying the salmon is a vibrant array of Niçoise salad components, including tender green beans, crisp potatoes, and succulent tomatoes. These elements are harmoniously united by a vibrant caper dressing, adding a piquant and tangy touch that elevates the dish to new heights. If you seek a vegetarian alternative, the article also features a tantalizing recipe for Nicoise Salad with Lemon-Tahini Dressing, where roasted vegetables take center stage. For those with a sweet tooth, a delectable Orange Olive Oil Cake awaits, its moist texture and citrusy notes providing a perfect ending to your culinary adventure.
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SALMON NIçOISE
Salmon Niçoise Salad made with salmon baked with pesto on top. Green beans, hard-boiled eggs and cooked potatoes make it a satisfying and updated twist on the classic composed salad
Provided by Katie Webster
Categories Salad
Time 30m
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 450 degrees F. Line a rimmed baking sheet with foil. Lightly coat foil with cooking spray.
- Cover potatoes generously with cold water in a medium saucepan and bring to a boil over high heat. Reduce heat to medium (or to maintain a simmer) and cook until the potatoes are tender when pierced with a fork, 13 to 15 minutes. Drain and let cool on cutting board.
- Meanwhile sprinkle ½ teaspoon salt all over salmon. Place the salmon, skinned side down on the foil, and spread 2 tablespoons pesto over them, dividing evenly. Transfer the baking sheet to the oven and bake until the salmon is just cooked through and flakes apart when tested with a knife, 8 to 12 minutes depending on thickness of the salmon.
- Bring 1 inch of water to a boil in a medium saucepan fitted with a steamer basket. Steam green beans until crisp tender, about 4 minutes. Rinse under cold water and drain
- Cut the potatoes into quarters. Toss with the remaining ½ teaspoon salt and the remaining 2 tablespoons pesto in a medium bowl.
- Divide the greens among 4 large plates. Arrange eggs, radishes, olives, the potatoes, the salmon and the green beans over the greens dividing evenly. Drizzle with dressing and season with pepper.
Nutrition Facts : ServingSize 1 salad, Calories 510 calories, Sugar 5, Fat 30, SaturatedFat 3, UnsaturatedFat 3, Carbohydrate 21, Fiber 4, Protein 32
SALMON NICOISE CAESAR
Provided by Ree Drummond : Food Network
Categories main-dish
Time 1h5m
Yield 4 servings
Number Of Ingredients 15
Steps:
- Boil the potatoes in a pot of salted water until tender, about 10 minutes, then halve and set aside to cool.
- Cook the haricots verts in a small pot of boiling salted water for 2 minutes, then remove and plunge into ice water. Drain and pat dry. Set aside.
- Preheat the oven to 425 degrees F and line a baking sheet with foil.
- Put the salmon on the prepared baking sheet, skin-side down. Brush with the olive oil and sprinkle with 1 teaspoon salt and 1/2 teaspoon pepper. Bake until cooked through, about 10 minutes.
- Squeeze the juice of the lemon over the salmon and set aside to cool slightly, then flake into large chunks with a fork.
- Make the dressing: Add the Caesar dressing to a small bowl, then add the capers, minced parsley, chives and lemon zest. Mix together and set aside.
- Arrange the halved romaine lettuces on a large platter. Group the green beans, eggs, potatoes, tomatoes, olives and salmon on top and around the lettuces.
- Drizzle over some of the dressing. Garnish with the Parmesan and parsley leaves.
SALMON NICOISE WITH CAPER DRESSING
Lemony caper vinaigrette heightens the flavors of sweet summer corn and crisp, cool cucumber in this unconventional take on salade Nicoise.
Provided by Martha Stewart
Categories Food & Cooking Ingredients Seafood Recipes Salmon Recipes
Time 40m
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Whisk together zest and juice, 7 tablespoons oil, and capers; season with salt and pepper.
- In a large pot, cover potatoes with 2 inches of water; season with salt. Bring to a boil and cook until easily pierced with the tip of a knife, 7 to 9 minutes. Transfer to a plate with a slotted spoon. Add beans to pot; boil until crisp-tender, 3 to 4 minutes. Add corn and boil 1 minute more; drain.
- Season fish with salt and pepper. Heat a large skillet over medium-high; swirl in remaining 1 tablespoon oil. Add fish, skinside down; cook, flipping once, until skin is crisp and fish is just cooked through, 5 to 6 minutes. Serve, with potatoes, beans, corn, cucumbers, olives, dressing, lemon wedges, salt, and pepper.
SALMON NICOISE SALAD WITH LEMON-CAPER DRESSING
I found this in my Weight Watchers magazine and made a few minor changes. It's 8 points per serving.
Provided by Carolyn Haas
Categories Other Salads
Time 50m
Number Of Ingredients 14
Steps:
- 1. for DRESSING: put lemon juice, onion, capers, oil water and mustard in blender; puree and set aside
- 2. Add salt to water in a large pot; bring to boil. Add potatoes and simmer until tender 7 - 10 minutes. Transfer to bowl, drizzle with 1 Tablespoon dressing, toss to coat, set aside to cool.
- 3. Fill large bowl with ice water, set aside.
- 4. Put green beans in potato pot; simmer until crisp-tender about 3-4 minutes. Transfer to ice water with slotted spoon; cool then drain.
- 5. Put salmon in steamer basket; sprinkle with salt. Set steamer over simmering water; cover and steam fish until just opaque in center, about 8 - 10 minutes.
- 6. While salmon cooks, divide lettuce, potatoes, green beans, tomatoes, eggs and olives among 4 plates; top each with 2 oz salmon, drizzle each with about 2 1/2 Tsp dressing.
SHEET-PAN ROASTED SALMON NIçOISE SALAD
Here, the classic French salad becomes an elegant dinner, with mustard-glazed salmon in place of tuna, roasted vegetables and jammy eggs served over a jumble of salad greens tossed with a red-wine vinaigrette. Roasting the vegetables, rather than serving some steamed and some raw as you would for a traditional Niçoise, gives this dish great texture and a delicious contrast of temperatures. The vegetables and salmon are roasted on a single sheet pan, making this an elevated take on the one-dish dinner - fit for company and easy enough for a weeknight.
Provided by Lidey Heuck
Categories brunch, dinner, lunch, weekday, salads and dressings, seafood, main course
Time 40m
Yield 4 servings
Number Of Ingredients 14
Steps:
- Heat the oven to 400 degrees and place a rack near the top of the oven. Place the potatoes on a sheet pan, add 1 tablespoon olive oil, 1/2 teaspoon salt and 1/2 teaspoon pepper and toss. Arrange the potatoes so the cut sides are facing down and roast for 20 minutes.
- While the potatoes roast, fill a medium saucepan with water and bring to a boil. Add the eggs and cook over medium heat for exactly 6 minutes. Remove the eggs, and when they are cool enough to handle, peel and quarter them.
- Make the dressing: In a large bowl, whisk together the vinegar, 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard, the garlic, anchovy (if using), 1/2 teaspoon salt and 1/2 teaspoon pepper. Slowly whisk in 4 tablespoons of olive oil and set aside.
- Add the haricots verts, tomatoes and olives to the sheet pan with the potatoes, along with 2 tablespoons olive oil and 1/2 teaspoon salt. Using tongs, toss well, then move the vegetables to the sides to create space in the center of the sheet pan. Pat the salmon fillets dry with a paper towel and place them, skin-side down, in the center of the sheet pan.
- Brush fillets with remaining 1 tablespoon olive oil and 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard, and sprinkle with 1/2 teaspoon salt and 1/4 teaspoon pepper. Roast on the top rack in the oven for 10 minutes. Turn the broiler to high and broil for 2 to 3 minutes to lightly brown the salmon. (If you don't have a broiler, roast salmon for an additional 2 to 3 minutes instead.) The salmon should flake easily and be just cooked in the center.
- Add the greens to the large bowl with the dressing, and toss gently. Place greens on a large platter, leaving a narrow border at the platter's edges. Place the salmon fillets in the middle of the platter, then arrange the roasted vegetables and eggs around them. Sprinkle with salt and serve.
Tips:
- For the freshest results, use wild-caught salmon. However, if you are using farmed salmon, choose one that is sustainably raised.
- When choosing potatoes for this recipe, look for a variety that is firm and waxy, such as Yukon Gold or Red Bliss.
- To make the salmon nicoise dressing, you can use either red wine vinegar or white wine vinegar. If you are using red wine vinegar, choose one that is light and fruity.
- If you don't have capers on hand, you can substitute chopped cornichons or gherkins.
- To make the salad more substantial, you can add cooked green beans or asparagus.
Conclusion:
Salmon nicoise is a classic French salad that is both delicious and nutritious. It is a great way to enjoy salmon and is perfect for a summer lunch or dinner. The combination of flavors and textures in this salad is sure to please everyone at your table.
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