How to Make Paul Watters’ Smoked Salmon Caesar Salad at Home

By Paul Watters, Executive Chef and Ravish Columnist

Ravish columnist and executive chef Paul Watters is known for creating dishes that combine classic flavours with simple, elegant presentation.

This Smoked Salmon Caesar Salad offers a fresh twist on the traditional Caesar, replacing chicken with delicate smoked salmon for a lighter yet equally satisfying meal. Perfect for lunch, a summer supper, or an impressive starter, it’s packed with flavour and comes together in minutes.

Ingredients

For the Salad

• 200g smoked salmon, torn into bite-sized pieces
• 2 romaine lettuce hearts, chopped
• 100g cherry tomatoes, halved
• 50g Parmesan cheese, shaved
• 75g garlic croutons
• 2 tbsp fresh chives, finely chopped
• Freshly ground black pepper

For the Caesar Dressing

• 4 tbsp mayonnaise
• 1 tbsp Greek yogurt
• 1 tsp Dijon mustard
• 1 tsp Worcestershire sauce
• 1 small garlic clove, crushed
• 1 tbsp lemon juice
• 2 tbsp grated Parmesan cheese
• Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste

Method

Prepare the Dressing

In a small bowl, whisk together the mayonnaise, Greek yogurt, Dijon mustard, Worcestershire sauce, crushed garlic, lemon juice and grated Parmesan until smooth and well combined.

Season lightly with salt and a generous twist of freshly ground black pepper.

Build the Salad

Place the chopped romaine lettuce into a large serving bowl.

Add the cherry tomatoes and half of the shaved Parmesan cheese.

Pour over most of the Caesar dressing and toss gently until the leaves are evenly coated.

Add the Smoked Salmon

Arrange the dressed salad onto serving plates or a large platter.

Scatter the smoked salmon evenly over the top.

Finish and Serve

Sprinkle over the garlic croutons.

Add the remaining shaved Parmesan.

Finish with the chopped fresh chives and an extra twist of black pepper.

Serve immediately.

Paul’s Tip

For even more flavour, try adding:

• A few drops of fresh lemon juice over the smoked salmon before serving.
• Crispy bacon lardons for a traditional Caesar-inspired touch.
• Warm crusty bread on the side for a more substantial meal.

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