Yields: 2 servings
Prep time: 10 minutes
Cook time: 15 minutes
Ingredients
Salmon
- Two (6-ounce) skin-on salmon fillets
- 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/4 teaspoon onion powder
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
BLT Components
- 4-6 slices thick-cut bacon
- 1 head romaine lettuce, chopped
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1 avocado, diced
Dressing (Optional)
- Consider a creamy ranch, balsamic vinaigrette, or a simple lemon vinaigrette to complement the flavors.
Instructions
1. Prepare the Salmon
- Preheat your oven to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C).
- In a small bowl, combine the smoked paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper.
- Pat the salmon fillets dry with a paper towel and brush them with olive oil.
- Rub the spice mixture evenly over the salmon.
2. Cook the Bacon
- Arrange the bacon slices in a single layer on a baking sheet or in a large skillet.
- Bake in the preheated oven or cook over medium heat on the stovetop until crispy (about 10-15 minutes).
- Remove the bacon, drain on paper towels, and crumble or chop once cool.
3. Cook the Salmon
- Heat a large oven-safe skillet over medium-high heat.
- Place the salmon fillets skin-side down in the skillet and cook for 3-4 minutes, or until the skin is crispy.
- Carefully flip the salmon and transfer the skillet to the preheated oven.
- Bake for an additional 5-8 minutes, or until the salmon is cooked through to your liking (it should flake easily with a fork).
4. Assemble the Salad
- Divide the chopped romaine lettuce between two large bowls.
- Top the lettuce with crumbled bacon, halved cherry tomatoes, and diced avocado.
- Once cooked, remove the salmon from the oven and flake it with a fork or chop it into bite-sized pieces. Place the salmon on top of the salad.
5. Dress and Serve
- Drizzle your desired dressing over the salads (if using).
- Serve immediately for the best flavor and texture.
Tips
– For extra smoky flavor, grill the salmon over medium-high heat instead of baking it.
– Add other salad favorites like cucumber, red onion, or croutons.
– If you don’t have smoked paprika, regular paprika or a touch of chipotle powder can create a similar flavor profile.
