Description
Flaky Salmon Salad is a refreshing and nutritious dish that brings together perfectly baked salmon, vibrant vegetables, and a zesty creamy dressing. This delightful salad is not only easy to prepare but also versatile enough to serve on butter lettuce leaves, in sandwiches, or as a dip with crackers. The combination of fresh herbs and smoked paprika enhances the flavors, making each bite a delicious experience. Perfect for family dinners or summer picnics, this salad is sure to impress your guests while providing a healthy option packed with protein and essential nutrients.
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 oven to 375°F (190°C). 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 16-18 minutes until flaky; cool before flaking into chunks.
- In a large bowl, combine flaked salmon with red onion, radishes, celery, dill, and chives.
- For the dressing, mix mayonnaise, lemon zest and juice, Dijon mustard, minced garlic, salt, and pepper in a separate bowl.
- Add the dressing to the salad mixture and stir gently to combine.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 18 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 310
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 19g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 85mg