Description
Topped with a squeeze of lemon and fresh dill, this asparagus, salmon and poached egg salad is both delicious, visually stunning and packed with nutrients.
Ingredients
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- 1 bunch asparagus, ends peeled with vegetable peeler
- 2 large free-range eggs
- 1/4 cup sliced red onion
- 1/2 cup microgreens (optional)
- 1/2 cup sliced smoked salmon
- 2 tablespoons chopped fresh dill
- 1/2 lemon
- Extra virgin olive oil to taste
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
Prepare the Asparagus
- Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C).
- Season the Asparagus: Place the asparagus on a sheet pan. Drizzle with olive oil, then toss with salt and pepper.
- Roast the Asparagus: Roast in the preheated oven for about 12 minutes, or until tender.
Poach the Eggs
- Heat Water: Bring a pan of water to a boil. Add 1 teaspoon of vinegar (this helps the egg whites to coagulate).
- Crack the Eggs: Crack one egg into a small bowl.
- Create a Whirlpool: Stir the boiling water to form a gentle whirlpool.
- Poach the Egg: Gently slide the egg into the water. Cook for about 3-4 minutes, until the whites are set but the yolk is still runny.
- Remove and Dry: Remove the egg with a slotted spoon and dry on a paper towel. Season with salt and pepper.
- Repeat: Repeat the process with the second egg.
Assemble the Salad
- Arrange the Asparagus: Place the roasted asparagus on a serving plate.
- Add the Salmon: Top with the sliced smoked salmon.
- Add the Greens and Onion: Sprinkle the microgreens and sliced red onion over the top.
- Garnish: Add the chopped fresh dill.
- Drizzle and Squeeze: Drizzle with extra virgin olive oil and squeeze half a lemon over the salad.
- Top with Eggs: Place the warm poached eggs on top. Serve immediately.
Notes
- Poaching Eggs: Adding vinegar to the boiling water helps the egg whites to set more quickly. Use fresh eggs for the best results.
- Substitutes: If you can’t find microgreens, you can use baby spinach or arugula.
- Salmon: For a different flavor, try using hot-smoked salmon instead of cold-smoked.
- Serving Suggestions: This salad pairs well with a crusty piece of bread or a light soup.
- Prep Time: 15min
- Cook Time: 15 min
- Category: Main
- Method: Poaching
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 300g
- Calories: 300
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 720mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 22g
- Cholesterol: 190mg