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Salmon, Red Potato And Asparagus Salad Hits: 2  
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Date Added: November 20, 2008
Calories: 265
Serves: 4
Prep. Time: 0:00
Category: Seafood / Shellfish, Salads / Dressings, Copy Cat / Restaurant
 
Ingredients:

1     pound         salmon fillet
                    Kosher salt
                    Freshly-ground black pepper
1     pound         small round red-skinned potatoes -
3/4   pound         asparagus
                    === VINAIGRETTE ===
4                   dry-packed sun-dried tomato halves
                    boiling water
1/4   cup           extra-virgin olive oil
3     tablespoons   fresh lemon juice
1     tablespoon    finely-chopped fresh flat-leaf parsley
1     tablespoon    finely-chopped fresh dill
1     teaspoon      grated orange zest
1/2   teaspoon      minced garlic
1/2   teaspoon      kosher salt
                    Freshly-ground black pepper
                    === ASSEMBLY ===
10    ounces        mixed baby greens - (abt 8 cups loosely
                    packed)
3                   green onions, white and light green part
Directions: one line for each direction. When saved the lines will be numbered.
  1. Prepare a hot fire in a grill and oil the grill rack, or preheat an oven to 400 degrees. Season the salmon with salt and pepper.

  2. Grilling Method: Using tongs, place the salmon over the hottest part of the fire or directly over the heat elements and grill, turning once, until the salmon is opaque throughout when tested with a fork, about 4 minutes per side.

  3. Roasting Method: Place the salmon in a baking pan, transfer to the oven and roast until the salmon is opaque throughout when tested with a fork, 10 to 12 minutes.

  4. Transfer the salmon to a plate and let cool to room temperature.

  5. Meanwhile, put the potatoes in a large saucepan and add water to cover. Bring to a boil over high heat, reduce the heat to medium-low, cover and simmer until the potatoes are tender when pierced with a knife, about 15 minutes. Drain and, when cool enough to handle, peel and cut into slices 1/2 inch thick. Set aside on a large plate to cool completely.

  6. If the asparagus spears are thick, use a vegetable peeler or an asparagus peeler to pare away the tough outer skin of each spear to within about 2 inches of the tip. Cut the spears diagonally into 1-inch lengths. Place in a steamer rack over boiling water, cover the steamer and cook until tender-crisp, about 3 minutes. Remove the rack from the pan and rinse the asparagus under running cold water until cool. Pat dry and arrange next to the potatoes on the plate.

  7. When the salmon is cool, cut it into 1-inch chunks and place the chunks alongside the potatoes and asparagus.

  8. To make the vinaigrette, put the sun-dried tomatoes in a heatproof bowl, add boiling water to cover and let stand for 5 minutes. Drain and cut into 1/4-inch dice. In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, lemon juice, sun-dried tomatoes, parsley, dill, orange zest, garlic, 2 tablespoons water, salt and a grind of pepper until blended.

  9. In a large bowl, toss the salad greens with 2 tablespoons of the vinaigrette. Spoon the remaining vinaigrette over the asparagus, potatoes and salmon. Using a large, flat spoon or spatula, gently coat the ingredients evenly with the dressing. Arrange the greens on a large platter. Top with the asparagus, potatoes and salmon, and sprinkle with the green onions. Serve at room temperature.

  10. This recipe yields 4 servings.

  11. Comments: Perfect for a light supper or a special luncheon, the salad can be prepared quickly just before serving, or the salmon, potatoes and asparagus can be prepared up to 1 day ahead and refrigerated, then combined with the vinaigrette just before serving. This is one of the most heart-healthy salads you will ever eat.

Notes:
Recipe adapted from Williams-Sonoma, Essentials of Healthful Cooking, by Mary Abbott Hess, Dana Jacobi & Marie Simmons (Oxmoor House, 2003)
Nutrition Facts
Servings Per Recipe: 4
Amount Per Serving
Calories: 265 Calories from Fat 59.5%
Total Fat 17g
Cholesterol 59mg
Sodium 312mg
Carbohydrate 3g
Dietary Fiber 1g
Protein 24g
Points 7
Exchanges: 3 Lean Meat

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Added On: November 20, 2008
* Williams-Sonoma at http://www.williams-sonoma.com





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