Description
This refreshing salmon salad combines juicy salmon filets with a zesty dressing, crunchy vegetables, and fresh herbs for a delightful burst of flavors in every bite.
Ingredients
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For the Salmon
- 1 1/4 pounds salmon filet
- 1/2 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
For the Dressing
- 1/3 cup mayonnaise
- 1/2 lemon, zested and juiced (about 1/2 tablespoon of zest and 1 1/2 tablespoons juice)
- 2 teaspoons Dijon mustard
- 1 garlic clove, minced
- kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
For the Salad
- 1/2 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
- Prepare the Salmon: Preheat the oven to 400°F. Rub salmon filet with olive oil, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper. Bake for 12-15 minutes until cooked through.
- Make the Dressing: In a bowl, combine mayonnaise, lemon zest, lemon juice, Dijon mustard, garlic, salt, and pepper. Mix well.
- Assemble the Salad: In a large bowl, combine red onion, radishes, celery, dill, and chives. Add the cooked salmon, flaked into bite-sized pieces. Pour the dressing over the salad and toss gently to combine.
Notes
- You can serve this salmon salad over a bed of mixed greens for a lighter meal.
- Feel free to customize the salad with your favorite vegetables or herbs.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 320 kcal
- Sugar: 3 g
- Sodium: 450 mg
- Fat: 20 g
- Saturated Fat: 4 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 13 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 7 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 28 g
- Cholesterol: 75 mg