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Salmon Salad with Lemon Dressing: A Fresh, Flavorful Delight!

A fresh and flavorful salmon salad topped with a zesty lemon dressing, perfect for a light meal.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Salad
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 2 6-ounce salmon fillets
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 6 cups mixed salad greens such as spinach, arugula, and romaine
  • 1 cup cherry tomatoes halved
  • 1/2 cucumber sliced
  • 1/4 red onion thinly sliced
  • 1 avocado diced
  • 1/4 cup feta cheese crumbled
  • 1/4 cup olive oil for dressing
  • 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
  • 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
  • 1 teaspoon honey
  • Salt and pepper to taste for dressing

Method
 

  1. Preheat the oven to 400°F. Place the salmon fillets on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper. Drizzle with 1 tablespoon of olive oil and season with salt and pepper. Bake for 12-15 minutes, or until the salmon is cooked through and flakes easily with a fork. Let it cool slightly, then flake into large pieces.
  2. While the salmon is baking, prepare the lemon dressing. In a small bowl, whisk together 1/4 cup olive oil, lemon juice, Dijon mustard, honey, salt, and pepper until well combined.
  3. In a large salad bowl, combine the mixed salad greens, cherry tomatoes, cucumber, red onion, avocado, and feta cheese.
  4. Add the flaked salmon to the salad bowl and drizzle with the lemon dressing. Toss gently to combine all ingredients without breaking up the salmon too much.
  5. Serve immediately, or chill in the refrigerator for 15-20 minutes before serving for a refreshing option.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 10gProtein: 25gFat: 24gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 20gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 400mgFiber: 3gSugar: 3g

Notes

  • For added crunch, toss in some toasted nuts or seeds, such as almonds or sunflower seeds.
  • You can substitute the salmon with grilled chicken or chickpeas for a different protein option.

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