Oven-Roasted Salmon & Vibrant Glass Noodle Salad with Zesty Lime Chili Thai Dressing

Ingredients

For the Salad:
- 4 ounces glass noodles
- 2 cups baby spring mix
- 2 cups baby arugula
- 2 ripe avocados, sliced
- 1 large carrot, julienned
- 1 cup red cabbage, finely shredded
- 1/4 cup pickled broccoli stems, thinly sliced
- 1/4 cup fresh basil leaves
- 1/4 cup fresh mint leaves
- 1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
- 2 tablespoons black sesame seeds
- 2 tablespoons white sesame seeds

For the Dressing:
- 1/3 cup Lime Chili Thai Dressing

Roasted Marinated Salmon:
- 1 pound salmon fillets, marinated as desired

Instructions

1. Preheat the Oven:
- Preheat your oven to 400°F.

2. Prepare the Glass Noodles:
- In a large pot, bring water to a boil.
- Add 4 ounces of glass noodles and cook for 5 minutes or until tender.
- Drain and rinse under cold water to stop the cooking process.
- Set aside.

3. Roast the Salmon:
- Place the marinated salmon fillets on a lined baking sheet.
- Roast in the preheated oven for 12-15 minutes, or until the salmon flakes easily with a fork.
- Remove from oven and set aside to cool slightly.

4. Assemble the Salad:
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the cooked glass noodles, baby spring mix, baby arugula, avocado slices, julienned carrots, shredded red cabbage, and pickled broccoli stems.
- Gently toss to mix the ingredients together.

5. Add Fresh Herbs:
- Add fresh basil, mint, and cilantro to the salad mix.
- Gently incorporate the herbs to enhance the flavors.

6. Dress the Salad:
- Drizzle 1/3 cup Lime Chili Thai Dressing over the salad, tossing gently to ensure an even coating.

7. Finish with Sesame Seeds:
- Sprinkle the black and white sesame seeds over the top of the salad for added crunch and visual appeal.

8. Serve:
- Place portions of the salad onto serving plates.
- Top each plate with a portion of the roasted salmon.
- Serve immediately and enjoy a delightful medley of textures and flavors.

Total Time

PT30M
30 minutes

Type of Dish

Lunch

Keywords

Salmon salad, Thai dressing, glass noodles, arugula, healthy lunch, fresh herbs, roasted salmon, Asian salad, gourmet lunch, vibrant salad

Recipe Yield

Serves 4 adults

Calories

Total Calories: 1,200

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