Description
Flaky Salmon Salad is a refreshing and nutritious dish that brings together tender, flaky salmon and vibrant vegetables, all dressed in a creamy lemony sauce. Perfect for any occasion, this salad is ideal for a light lunch, an elegant dinner, or as a crowd-pleasing appetizer at gatherings. With its enticing flavors and colorful presentation, it not only satisfies your taste buds but also boosts your health with its protein-rich ingredients. Whether you enjoy it on its own, in lettuce wraps, or as a sandwich filling, this versatile salad will quickly become a favorite in your meal rotation.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 ¼ pounds salmon filet
- ½ tablespoon olive oil
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper (to taste)
- ⅓ cup mayonnaise
- ½ lemon (zested and juiced)
- 2 teaspoons Dijon mustard
- 1 garlic clove (minced)
- ½ small red onion (finely diced)
- 3 large radishes (grated)
- 2 stalks celery (small diced)
- 2 tablespoons finely chopped fresh dill
- 2 tablespoons finely chopped fresh chives
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Place the salmon on the baking sheet, drizzle with olive oil, and season with smoked paprika, salt, and pepper.
- Bake for 16 to 18 minutes until the salmon flakes easily with a fork. Let cool before flaking into chunks.
- In a mixing bowl, combine flaked salmon with red onion, radishes, celery, dill, and chives.
- In a separate bowl, mix mayonnaise, lemon zest, lemon juice, Dijon mustard, minced garlic, salt, and pepper until smooth.
- Pour the dressing over the salmon mixture and gently stir until combined.
- Serve chilled in bowls or in lettuce wraps.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 18 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 540mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 17g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 8g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 75mg