Description
This Salmon Salad Recipe is the perfect blend of flaky salmon and vibrant vegetables, making it a deliciously nutritious meal ideal for any occasion. Packed with protein, healthy fats, and colorful ingredients, this salad not only looks great but also satisfies your taste buds. Whether you’re enjoying a light lunch or prepping for dinner, this dish comes together quickly, and its customizable nature means you can make it your own. Drizzled with a zesty homemade citrus dressing, each bite is a refreshing delight. Serve it on a bed of greens, in a wrap, or alongside whole grain bread for an effortless yet flavorful meal.
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz cooked salmon, flaked
- 3 cups chopped cucumber
- 3 cups chopped red bell peppers
- ¾ cup chopped red onions
- 1 medium avocado, chopped
- 4 cups chopped lettuce
- 1 tbsp chopped fresh parsley
- 1.5 tbsp freshly squeezed lemon juice
- 3 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- In a large bowl, combine flaked salmon with cucumber, bell peppers, red onions, avocado, and lettuce.
- In a mason jar, mix lemon juice and olive oil; season with salt and pepper. Shake until well combined.
- Pour the dressing over the salad and toss gently to coat all ingredients evenly. Serve immediately.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (about 250g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 250mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 17g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Fiber: 7g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 70mg