Salmon and Arugula Salad with Dijon Vinaigrette

Elevate your mealtime with this vibrant and healthy Salmon and Arugula Salad with Dijon Vinaigrette. This recipe pairs tender, crispy-skin salmon fillets with a bed of peppery arugula, juicy grape tomatoes, creamy avocado, and thinly sliced red onion for a medley of fresh, bold flavors. The star of the dish is the zesty Dijon vinaigrette, made with tangy lemon juice, honey, white wine vinegar, and a hint of garlic, which ties the whole salad together beautifully. Ready in just 25 minutes and perfect for two, this protein-packed dish is as nutritious as it is delicious. Whether you're looking for a quick weeknight dinner or a light yet satisfying lunch, this salmon salad is guaranteed to impress.

Nutriscore Rating: 71/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:10 mins

Total Time:25 mins

Servings: 2

Ingredients

• 2 pieces salmon fillets (skin on)
• 4 tablespoons olive oil
• 0.5 teaspoons salt
• 0.5 teaspoons black pepper
• 4 cups arugula (fresh)
• 1 cup grape tomatoes (halved)
• 0.25 cup red onion (thinly sliced)
• 1 piece avocado (sliced)
• 2 tablespoons lemon juice (freshly squeezed)
• 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
• 1 teaspoon honey
• 1 tablespoon white wine vinegar
• 1 clove garlic (minced)

Directions

Step 1

Heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.

Step 2

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

Step 3

Place the salmon fillets skin-side down in the skillet and cook for 4-5 minutes, until the skin is crispy. Flip the fillets and cook for an additional 3-4 minutes until the salmon is cooked through. Remove from heat and let them rest.

Step 4

While the salmon cooks, prepare the Dijon vinaigrette. In a small bowl, whisk together lemon juice, Dijon mustard, honey, white wine vinegar, garlic, and 2 tablespoons of olive oil. Season with a pinch of salt and pepper to taste.

Step 5

Assemble the salad in a large bowl. Add arugula, grape tomatoes, red onion, and sliced avocado.

Step 6

Drizzle the Dijon vinaigrette over the salad and toss gently to combine.

Step 7

Plate the salad and top each portion with a salmon fillet.

Step 8

Serve immediately and enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(536.0g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	959.4

Total Fat 86.8g	0%
Saturated Fat 13.7g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 5.3g
Cholesterol 35.7mg	0%
Sodium 1352.5mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 33.7g	0%
Dietary Fiber 13.3g	0%
Total Sugars 13.4g
Protein 17.9g	0%

Vitamin D 298.2IU	0%
Calcium 63.6mg	0%
Iron 2.4mg	0%
Potassium 1422.8mg	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: 79.1%

Protein: 7.2%

Carbs: 13.6%