Salmon, Lentil & Watercress SaladSalmon, Lentil & Watercress Salad
Salmon, Lentil & Watercress Salad
Salmon, Lentil & Watercress Salad
This refreshing salad, which is hearty enough to make a meal, is rich in essential fatty acids, fibre and antioxidants. It is a health-promoting power house.
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Recipe - Choices Market Kitsilano
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Salmon, Lentil & Watercress Salad
Prep Time15 Minutes
Servings6
Cook Time60 Minutes
Ingredients
French green lentils
lime
fresh ginger
extra virgin olive oil
salmon fillet
orange
lemon
watercress
Directions

1. Presoak lentils for at least 6 hours then discard water.

 

2. Place lentils in a medium pot and cover with water. Cook over medium heat until tender, approximately 35 minutes.

 

3. When lentils are cooked, remove from heat and drain any excess liquid. Set aside.

 

4. In a small bowl, combine lime juice, ginger, olive oil and, if desired, salt to taste. Set aside. (*see note)

 

5. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).

 

6. Place salmon, skin down, on a small baking sheet. Sprinkle with zests and, if desired, sea salt. Bake for 18 – 20 minutes.

 

7. Once salmon is cooked to desired doneness, remove skin and cube it.

 

8. Mix together lentils, salmon and dressing.

 

9. Add watercress immediately before serving, not ahead of time.

 

10. Toss and enjoy warm or cold.

 

* Note: Steps 1 through 4 can be made ahead of time then refrigerated and kept separate until serving

 

Serves 6

15 minutes
Prep Time
60 minutes
Cook Time
6
Servings

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Makes 6 servings
French green lentils
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Directions

1. Presoak lentils for at least 6 hours then discard water.

 

2. Place lentils in a medium pot and cover with water. Cook over medium heat until tender, approximately 35 minutes.

 

3. When lentils are cooked, remove from heat and drain any excess liquid. Set aside.

 

4. In a small bowl, combine lime juice, ginger, olive oil and, if desired, salt to taste. Set aside. (*see note)

 

5. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).

 

6. Place salmon, skin down, on a small baking sheet. Sprinkle with zests and, if desired, sea salt. Bake for 18 – 20 minutes.

 

7. Once salmon is cooked to desired doneness, remove skin and cube it.

 

8. Mix together lentils, salmon and dressing.

 

9. Add watercress immediately before serving, not ahead of time.

 

10. Toss and enjoy warm or cold.

 

* Note: Steps 1 through 4 can be made ahead of time then refrigerated and kept separate until serving

 

Serves 6