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Healthy Salmon Salad

Healthy Salmon Salad with Creamy Lemony Greek Dressing

This Healthy Salmon Salad is a vibrant meal packed with protein and Omega-3s, perfect for lunch or a quick dinner.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 12 minutes
Cooling Time 10 minutes
Total Time 37 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Lunch
Cuisine: Mediterranean
Calories: 350

Ingredients
  

For the Salad
  • 1 lb Fresh Salmon Center-cut for best flavor and texture
  • 1 tsp Kosher Salt
  • 1 tsp Black Pepper
For the Dressing
  • 1 cup Whole Milk Greek Yogurt 2% Greek yogurt can be used
  • 2 tbsp Scallions Finely sliced
  • 2 tbsp Fresh Dill
  • 2 tbsp Lemon Juice
For Crunch
  • 2 medium Persian Cucumbers Diced; can use English cucumbers without seeds
  • Bibb Lettuce Leaves Optional for serving

Equipment

  • baking sheet
  • Parchment paper
  • mixing bowl
  • whisk

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your broiler to high. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper and place the fresh salmon skin-side down. Generously season it with kosher salt and black pepper. Broil the salmon for 10-12 minutes, or until the center is just slightly undercooked at about 125ºF and flakes easily with a fork.
  2. While the salmon is broiling, prepare the creamy dressing. In a mixing bowl, whisk together whole milk Greek yogurt, finely sliced scallions, fresh dill, and freshly squeezed lemon juice. Season with a pinch of salt and pepper to taste.
  3. Once the salmon has broiled, remove it from the oven and let it cool on the baking sheet for about 5-10 minutes. When it's cool enough to handle, gently flake the salmon into large chunks, discarding the skin.
  4. In a large bowl, gently toss the cooled salmon pieces with diced Persian cucumbers. Pour the creamy lemony dressing over the mixture and carefully fold everything together.
  5. To serve, place generous spoonfuls onto crisp Bibb lettuce leaves or whole grain crackers. Serve immediately for the best experience.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 10gProtein: 30gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 5gMonounsaturated Fat: 7gCholesterol: 60mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 900mgFiber: 2gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 600IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 150mgIron: 1mg

Notes

For a crunchier salad, use Persian cucumbers and remove seeds from English cucumbers as needed. Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 2 days.

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