Colorful Salmon Salad

Elevate your mealtime with this vibrant and nutrient-packed Colorful Salmon Salad, a perfect balance of bold flavors and wholesome ingredients. Featuring tender, golden-seared salmon fillets nestled atop a bed of crisp romaine lettuce, juicy cherry tomatoes, crunchy cucumbers, sweet red bell peppers, creamy avocado, and zesty red onion, this salad comes alive with a tangy homemade dressing of lemon juice, honey, Dijon mustard, and garlic. Finished with a sprinkle of crumbled feta cheese, every bite is bursting with freshness and satisfying textures. Ready in just 25 minutes, this quick, healthy, and visually stunning salad is ideal for lunch, dinner, or entertaining guests. Packed with omega-3s, vibrant vegetables, and a touch of indulgence, it’s a dish that’s as delicious as it is nutritious.

Nutriscore Rating: 76/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:10 mins

Total Time:25 mins

Servings: 2

Ingredients

• 2 pieces (6 oz each) salmon fillet
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 0.5 teaspoons salt
• 0.5 teaspoons black pepper
• 4 cups (chopped) romaine lettuce
• 1 cup (halved) cherry tomatoes
• 1 medium (chopped) cucumber
• 1 medium (diced) red bell pepper
• 1 medium (sliced) avocado
• 0.25 medium (thinly sliced) red onion
• 0.5 cup (crumbled) feta cheese
• 2 tablespoons lemon juice
• 1 teaspoon honey
• 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
• 1 clove (minced) garlic

Directions

Step 1

Season the salmon fillets with salt and black pepper on both sides.

Step 2

Heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil in a non-stick skillet over medium-high heat.

Step 3

Sear the salmon fillets for 4-5 minutes on each side until fully cooked and golden brown. Set aside to rest.

Step 4

Prepare the salad base by combining the chopped romaine lettuce, cherry tomatoes, cucumber, red bell pepper, avocado, and sliced red onion in a large mixing bowl.

Step 5

In a small bowl, whisk together the remaining olive oil, lemon juice, honey, Dijon mustard, and minced garlic to make the dressing. Add a pinch of salt and pepper to taste.

Step 6

Drizzle the dressing over the salad and toss gently to combine.

Step 7

Flake the cooked salmon into bite-sized chunks and place on top of the dressed salad.

Step 8

Sprinkle the crumbled feta cheese on top for a finishing touch.

Step 9

Serve immediately and enjoy your Colorful Salmon Salad!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1254.8g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1544.0

Total Fat 103.1g	0%
Saturated Fat 28.0g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 21.1g
Cholesterol 301.5mg	0%
Sodium 3219.7mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 52.3g	0%
Dietary Fiber 18.2g	0%
Total Sugars 21.5g
Protein 106.6g	0%

Vitamin D 1876.3IU	0%
Calcium 552.7mg	0%
Iron 6.1mg	0%
Potassium 3589.9mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 59.3%

Protein: 27.3%

Carbs: 13.4%