Description
Smoked salmon salad is a nutrient-rich, elegant meal featuring creamy smoked salmon, crisp greens, and fresh toppings. Perfect for brunches, light lunches, or dinner parties, this recipe is packed with flavor, protein, and versatility. Its simple preparation and customizable ingredients make it a favorite for any occasion, whether you’re hosting guests or enjoying a refreshing solo meal.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 cups mixed greens (arugula, spinach, or romaine)
- 6 oz flaked smoked salmon
- 1 cup halved cherry tomatoes
- 1 cucumber, sliced
- ¼ red onion, thinly sliced
- 1 avocado, diced
- 2 hard-boiled eggs, sliced
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
- Salt, to taste
- Black pepper, to taste
- Optional: capers, olives, fresh dill, nuts, or seeds
Instructions
- Wash and dry mixed greens; arrange on a large platter or individual plates.
- Slice cherry tomatoes, cucumber, red onion, avocado, and hard-boiled eggs.
- Flake smoked salmon into bite-sized pieces and scatter over the greens.
- In a small bowl, whisk olive oil, lemon juice, Dijon mustard, salt, and black pepper to make the dressing.
- Drizzle dressing over the salad and toss gently to combine.
- Garnish with optional toppings like capers or fresh dill.
- Chill for 10–15 minutes before serving for enhanced flavor and freshness.
Notes
- Use high-quality smoked salmon for best flavor.
- Vegetarian option: replace salmon with marinated tofu.
- Add crunch with seeds or nuts like sunflower seeds or almonds.
- For a spicy twist, add red pepper flakes or jalapeños.
- Can be prepared ahead by storing components separately and assembling just before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: Assembled
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 generous plate
- Calories: 420
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 570mg
- Fat: 33g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 25g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 9g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 23g
- Cholesterol: 195mg