Roasted Salmon and Pear Salad
A crisp, refreshing salad featuring warm roasted salmon and sweet sliced pear. Tossed with a simple balsamic vinaigrette and toasted pecans for a satisfying crunch.
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Before you start
Your 22-minute game plan
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Equipment
Oven · Large skillet
Time saver
Cook the salmon a day ahead and serve it chilled if you need a grab-and-go lunch for busy workdays.
Do these three things first
- 1Preheat your oven or air fryer to 400°F.
- 2Set out all ingredients before cooking
- 3Measure the pantry ingredients before heating the pan
Ingredients
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Ingredients
From Your Pantry
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Preheat your oven or air fryer to…
Preheat your oven or air fryer to 400°F.
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Rub the salmon fillet with a 1/2…
Rub the salmon fillet with a 1/2 teaspoon of olive oil, a pinch of salt, and black pepper. Roast or air-fry for 10 to 12 minutes until cooked to your liking and easily flaked with a fork.
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While the salmon cooks
While the salmon cooks, prepare the vinaigrette in a large serving bowl by whisking together 2 teaspoons of olive oil, 1 tablespoon of balsamic vinegar, a 1/2 teaspoon of Dijon mustard, and a pinch of salt and pepper.
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Add the mixed greens
Add the mixed greens, sliced pear, and chopped pecans to the bowl, tossing gently to coat the salad evenly in the dressing.
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Top the dressed salad with the warm…
Top the dressed salad with the warm roasted salmon and serve immediately.
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The nutrition underneath
Why this bowl holds together
Cook the salmon a day ahead…
Cook the salmon a day ahead and serve it chilled if you need a grab-and-go lunch for busy workdays.
Choose firm pears like Bosc or…
Choose firm pears like Bosc or Anjou so they hold their crisp texture when tossed with the dressing.
For deeper flavor
For deeper flavor, briefly toast the pecans in a dry skillet for 2 to 3 minutes before adding them to the salad.
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