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Steamed Salmon salad with Kale
Ingredients:
- 200 grams of fresh salmon fillet
- 2 cups of kale, washed and roughly chopped
- 1 tablespoon of olive oil
- 1 teaspoon of lemon juice
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 5 olives
- Optional: 1/4 cup of diced yellow bell pepper for added color and crunch
Instructions:
- Prep the Salmon:
- Start by patting the salmon dry with paper towels.
- Season both sides with salt and pepper to taste if you like
- Instant POT
- Put inside the pot the steamer basket, a glass of water and the salmon.
Close the lid and set up the instant pot as LOW, 4 minutes and 10 minutes in natural release. - Traditional Coocking Pot on the Hob
- Fill the bottom of a steamer pot with one glass of water on the bottom and bring to a simmer over medium heat.
- Place the salmon in the steamer basket and cover.
- Steam the salmon for about 8-10 minutes, or until it flakes easily with a fork. The cooking time might vary depending on the thickness of the fillet.
- Prepare the Kale:
- While the salmon is steaming, heat the olive oil in a pan over medium heat.
- Add the washed chopped kale and sauté until it's wilted and tender, about 3-5 minutes. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- If using, add the diced yellow bell pepper to the kale during the last minute of cooking.
- Combine and Dress:
- Transfer the cooked kale to your container.
- Once the salmon is done, let it cool slightly, then flake it with a fork and place it on top of the kale in the container.
- Drizzle the lemon juice over the top of the salmon and kale.
- As last option add some olives on the container
- Pack for the Workplace:
- Seal the container with a tight-fitting lid. If you're prepping this meal in advance, keep it refrigerated and enjoy it within 2 days for the best flavor and freshness.
- Before serving, give your salad a good mix to spread the lemon juice and olive oil evenly.
- Enjoy!:
- When lunchtime comes around, you can enjoy this salad cold straight out of the container, or let it sit at room temperature for a bit if you prefer.
This steamed salmon and kale salad is not only healthy but also light and easy to carry, making it perfect for a workplace lunch.
Enjoy your meal prep!