American Salmon Salad
Prep
20 mins
Cook
25 mins
Servings
6
Difficulty
Easy
This is my go to recipe whenever I want something fresh and satisfying that doesn't require hours in the kitchen. It comes together in about 45 minutes total, and honestly, most of that is just cooking the salmon. The beauty of this salad is how the crisp vegetables play against the rich, buttery salmon, which is packed with omega 3 fatty acids that are so good for your heart. I love that you can prep everything ahead of time and just toss it together when you're ready to eat. It's the kind of dish that feels fancy enough for guests but simple enough for a weeknight dinner.
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Ingredients
- 400 gsalmon fillets(fresh and skin removed)
- 473 mlcucumber(sliced thinly)
- 237 mlcarrots(peeled and grated)
- 237 mlred onion(thinly sliced)
- 2 stickscelery(cut into bite-sized pieces)
- 237 mlcherry tomatoes(halved)
- 200 mlmayonnaise(store-bought or homemade)
- 100 mldijon mustard(store-bought or homemade)
- 2 tablespoonschopped fresh dill(chopped fresh)
- 1 teaspoonsalt(to taste)
- 1 teaspoonpepper(to taste)
- 150 mlolive oil(for brushing)
- 120 mlfresh lemon juice(for dressing)
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Instructions
- 1
Preheat the grill to medium-high heat. Brush the salmon fillets with olive oil and season with salt and pepper. Grill the salmon for 4-5 minutes per side, or until cooked through. Let it rest for 2-3 minutes before flaking into bite-sized pieces.
Tip: Use a meat thermometer to ensure the salmon is cooked to a safe internal temperature.
- 2
In a large bowl, combine the sliced cucumber, grated carrots, thinly sliced red onion, and chopped celery.
Tip: This salad will be a refreshing and crunchy base for the salmon and dressing.
- 3
Add the halved cherry tomatoes to the bowl and toss to combine.
Tip: The tomatoes will add a burst of juicy sweetness to the salad.
- 4
In a small bowl, whisk together the mayonnaise, Dijon mustard, and chopped fresh dill until smooth.
Tip: Adjust the amount of mayonnaise and mustard to your liking.
- 5
Add the flaked salmon to the bowl and toss to combine with the dressing.
Tip: This will help to coat the salmon evenly with the tangy dressing.
- 6
Toss the salad gently to combine and season with salt and pepper to taste.
Tip: Adjust the seasoning as needed to balance the flavors.
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