Healthy and Simple Salmon Salad
Make our Healthy and Simple Salmon Salad in just 15 minutes! Protein-packed salmon combines with fresh vegetables and zesty lemon dressing for a nutritious meal.
Ingredients
Ingredients For the Salad Base
- 12 oz cooked salmon, flaked (canned or freshly cooked)
- 6 cups mixed salad greens (spinach, arugula, romaine)
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1 cucumber, diced
- 1/4 red onion, thinly sliced
- 1 avocado, sliced
- 2 tablespoons fresh dill, chopped
- 1/4 cup feta cheese, crumbled (optional)
Ingredients For the Lemon Dijon Dressing
- 3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
- 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
- 1 small garlic clove, minced
- 1/2 teaspoon honey
- Salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
Instructions
Preparing the Salmon
- If using fresh salmon, ensure it's fully cooked and cooled.
- Remove any skin and bones from the salmon.
- Flake the salmon into bite-sized pieces using a fork.
- Set aside while preparing other ingredients.
Assembling the Salad
- Wash and dry all greens and vegetables thoroughly.
- In a large bowl, combine mixed greens, halved cherry tomatoes, diced cucumber, and sliced red onion.
- Add flaked salmon on top of the vegetables.
- Arrange avocado slices around the salad.
- Sprinkle with fresh dill and crumbled feta cheese if using.
Making the Dressing
- In a small bowl, combine olive oil, lemon juice, Dijon mustard, minced garlic, and honey.
- Whisk until well blended and slightly thickened.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Drizzle over the assembled salad just before serving.
- Toss gently to coat all ingredients with the dressing.