Salmon Caesar Salad Jars (Print-Friendly Version)
Fresh salmon, romaine, parmesan, and Caesar dressing layered in jars for a flavorful, easy-to-pack lunch.
# Ingredients Required:
→ Seafood
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300 grams cooked salmon, flaked
→ Vegetables
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120 grams chopped romaine lettuce
→ Dressings & Cheese
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120 milliliters Caesar dressing
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50 grams shaved Parmesan cheese
→ Extras
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60 grams croutons
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Optional: lemon wedges
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Optional: cracked black pepper
# Detailed Directions:
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Spoon 30 milliliters of Caesar dressing into the bottom of each mason jar.
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Spread flaked salmon evenly over the dressing in each jar.
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Sprinkle shaved Parmesan cheese on top of the salmon layer.
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Firmly pack chopped romaine lettuce into the jar, filling up to the top.
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Keep croutons separate and add them to the salad just before serving to maintain crispness.
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Seal jars tightly and refrigerate for up to 3 days.
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Before eating, shake the jar gently to distribute dressing or pour contents into a bowl, add croutons, and toss. Optionally season with lemon wedges and cracked black pepper.
# Helpful Advice:
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Ensure romaine lettuce is thoroughly dried to prevent sogginess. Add croutons just prior to eating for maximum crunch. Salmon can be enhanced with garlic powder and lemon juice before cooking.