Blackened Salmon Caesar Salad.

Name: Blackened Salmon Caesar Salad.
Cuisine: salad
Ingredients: 1 1/2 pounds salmon, cut into 1 inch strips or chunks; 3-4 tablespoons cajun seasoning; olive oil or melted butter; 2 cups torn ciabatta bread; 1 clove garlic, grated; 4 tablespoons salted butter; 6 cups mixed salad greens or shredded romaine; 1 cup mixed fresh herbs: basil, dill, thyme; 1 cup grated parmesan cheese; 3 tablespoons toasted sesame seeds; 1 – 2 avocados, cubed or sliced; 1/3 cup extra virgin olive oil; 3 tablespoons toasted sesame oil; 1/2 cup tahini; 1/4 cup lemon juice; 1 tablespoon dijon mustard; 2 teaspoons Worcestershire sauce; 1-2 cloves garlic; 1/2 cup grated parmesan cheese

Salad

Ingredients

1 1/2 pounds salmon, cut into 1 inch strips or chunks
3-4 tablespoons cajun seasoning
olive oil or melted butter
2 cups torn ciabatta bread
1 clove garlic, grated
4 tablespoons salted butter
6 cups mixed salad greens or shredded romaine
1 cup mixed fresh herbs: basil, dill, thyme
1 cup grated parmesan cheese
3 tablespoons toasted sesame seeds
1 – 2 avocados, cubed or sliced
1/3 cup extra virgin olive oil
3 tablespoons toasted sesame oil
1/2 cup tahini
1/4 cup lemon juice
1 tablespoon dijon mustard
2 teaspoons Worcestershire sauce
1-2 cloves garlic
1/2 cup grated parmesan cheese

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Instructions

1. Preheat the oven to 450° F. Rub a sheet pan with oil.
2. On the sheet pan, add the salmon strips/chunks and Cajun seasoning. Gently toss the salmon to coat. Add oil or butter. Bake for 10-15 minutes until the salmon is crispy on top.
3. During the same time, make the breadcrumbs. Toss together the ciabatta, garlic, and a pinch of salt with butter slices. Bake for 10-12 minutes, until toasted. If desired, pulse into fine crumbs in the food processor.
4. To make the dressing. Combine all ingredients in a bowl and whisk until smooth. Add 1/4 to 1/2 cup water to thin the dressing. Taste and adjust the salt.
5. In a large salad bowl, mix the greens, parmesan, and sesame seeds. Pour over the dressing, add the breadcrumbs, avocado and salmon. Serve and enjoy!