---
title: Chimichurri Salmon Caesar Salad
source:
  name: HelloFresh
  url: https://www.hellofresh.com/recipes/chimichurri-salmon-caesar-salad-693c271b1101204cae75089e
servings: 2
prep_time: 10 minutes
cook_time: 15 minutes
time_required: 25 minutes
difficulty: Easy
allergens: [Wheat, Eggs, Milk, Fish]
tags: [Lunch, Easy Prep, High Protein, Carb Smart]
rating: 4.5
rating_count: 22
source_chef: Oliver Meder
review_highlights:
  - theme: Flavor
    text: The chimichurri adds a delicious twist to this Caesar salad, and the salmon was a hit
  - theme: Ease of prep
    text: Some found panko less appealing than croutons; consider using your favorite croutons for added crunch
image: "data/recipes/chimichurri-salmon-caesar-salad.jpg"
---
Wash and dry all produce.

Heat a #large pan{} over medium-high heat. Add a drizzle of @cooking oil{1%tbsp} and @panko breadcrumbs{¼%cup}. Cook, stirring frequently, until golden brown ~{3%minutes}. Transfer to a plate.

Pat @salmon{8%oz} dry with a paper towel. Season all over with @salt{½%tsp} and @black pepper{¼%tsp}.

Add remaining @cooking oil{1%tbsp} to the hot pan. Cook salmon until flaky and cooked through ~{6%minutes}. Remove from heat and immediately brush with @chimichurri{2%tbsp}. Let rest ~{1%minute}.

While salmon cooks, in a #large bowl{}, toss @baby lettuce{2%cups} and finely chopped @tomato{1%unit} with @caesar dressing{2%tbsp}.

Dice salmon into ½-inch pieces. Divide the salad between shallow bowls. Top with salmon, toasted panko, and freshly grated @parmesan cheese{1%oz}. Serve immediately.