Salmon Caesar Pasta Salad Recipe
We’re combining two of my favorite foods into one with this high-protein blackened salmon Caesar pasta salad! You’ll love this easy recipe because it is packed with protein and omega-3 fatty acids, crisp and crunchy lettuce, and the best Caesar salad dressing that’s incredibly quick to mix up. Best of all, you can prep it in advance to simplify mealtime.
Ingredients
- 8 oz chickpea pasta
- 24 oz salmon fillets, 4x 6oz portion sizes
- 1 tsp extra virgin olive oil
- 2 tbsp blackening seasoning
- 3/4 cup high protein homemade Caesar dressing
- 4 cups romaine lettuce, chopped
- 2 cups kale, chopped
- parmesan cheese for serving
Instructions
- Begin by cooking the pasta according to package directions. Drain and run cold water over the cooked pasta, and then toss the noodles with 1 tablespoon of EVOO if you are not using it right away to prevent sticking.
- Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F and line a baking sheet with parchment paper. Place the salmon pieces on the sheet, brush with oil, and sprinkle on the blackening seasoning. Bake for 8-10 minutes.
- In a large mixing bowl or serving platter make your complete meal by combining the cooked pasta, crisp romaine lettuce, kale, and dressing in a large bowl. Top with the salmon and parmesan cheese and enjoy!
Nutrition
Calories: 474kcal, Carbohydrates: 35g, Protein: 52g, Fat: 16g, Saturated Fat: 2g, Polyunsaturated Fat: 5g, Monounsaturated Fat: 4g, Trans Fat: 0.003g, Cholesterol: 95mg, Sodium: 690mg, Potassium: 1039mg, Fiber: 9g, Sugar: 7g, Vitamin A: 5212IU, Vitamin C: 12mg, Calcium: 144mg, Iron: 7mg
Nutrition information is automatically calculated, so should only be used as an approximation.
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