Spanish Duck Salad
Prep
20 mins
Cook
40 mins
Servings
6
Difficulty
Easy
This Spanish Duck Salad has become one of my favorite weeknight dinners because it comes together in just an hour and feels way more impressive than the effort required. The combination of crispy pan seared duck, spicy chorizo, and creamy avocado creates something really special, and avocado is packed with heart healthy fats that keep you satisfied. What I love most is how simple it is to pull together once the duck is cooked. Everything else is just chopped and tossed with a quick sherry vinegar dressing. It's the kind of meal that tastes like you spent ages in the kitchen but actually lets you enjoy your evening.
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Ingredients
- 400 gduck breast(cooked and diced)
- 150 gchorizo(sliced)
- 400 gavocado(diced)
- 400 gmixed greens(chopped)
- 200 gred onion(thinly sliced)
- 400 gcherry tomatoes(halved)
- 60 mlsherry vinegar(for dressing)
- 120 mlolive oil(for dressing)
- 2 gpaprika(smoked for added depth)
- 1 gsalt(for seasoning)
- 1 gblack pepper(for seasoning)
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Instructions
- 1
Cook the duck breast in a pan with a little oil until browned and cooked through. Let it rest before slicing into thin strips.
Tip: Use a meat thermometer to ensure the duck is cooked to a safe internal temperature.
- 2
In a separate pan, heat some oil and sauté the chorizo until crispy. Drain on paper towels.
Tip: This step adds a nice textural element to the salad.
- 3
In a large bowl, combine the mixed greens, diced avocado, and thinly sliced red onion.
Tip: The crunch of the red onion pairs well with the creaminess of the avocado.
- 4
Add the cooked duck breast, crispy chorizo, and halved cherry tomatoes to the bowl.
Tip: The sweetness of the cherry tomatoes balances out the spiciness of the chorizo.
- 5
In a small bowl, whisk together the sherry vinegar and olive oil to make the dressing.
Tip: This dressing brings all the flavors together nicely.
- 6
Season the salad with smoked paprika, salt, and black pepper.
Tip: These spices add a smoky depth to the salad.
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