Description
Enjoy the delightful flavors of our Healthy Mediterranean Salmon Salad, a vibrant and nutritious dish that combines fresh ingredients with tender salmon. Perfect for a quick weeknight dinner or an elegant gathering, this salad is loaded with omega-3 fatty acids and essential nutrients from colorful vegetables and quinoa. The lemon-infused dressing adds a refreshing zing, making every bite irresistible. Easy to prepare in just 20 minutes, this salad not only looks beautiful but also promotes wellness, making it a fantastic choice for lunch or dinner.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 salmon filets (4 to 6 oz each)
- 1/2 cup cooked quinoa
- 1/2 cup grape tomatoes
- 1 head romaine lettuce
- 1/2 cup red onion
- 1/4 cup crumbled feta cheese
- 2 tbsp sliced almonds
- 2 tbsp kalamata olives
- 1 tsp olive oil (for cooking)
- 1 tsp lemon juice (freshly squeezed)
- kosher salt
- fresh ground pepper
- 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- 1 tsp Dijon mustard
- 2 tbsp fresh lemon juice (freshly squeezed preferred)
- cracked pepper to taste
- salt to taste
- 1 tsp maple syrup (optional but adds subtle sweetness)
Instructions
- 1. Cook the salmon in a non-stick skillet over medium heat with olive oil, seasoning both sides with salt and pepper. Cook skin-side down for about 4-5 minutes until golden brown; flip and cook for another 4-5 minutes until fully done.
- 2. In a mixing bowl, combine cooled quinoa, grape tomatoes, chopped romaine lettuce, thinly sliced red onion, crumbled feta cheese, toasted almonds, and olives.
- 3. For the dressing, whisk together olive oil, Dijon mustard, lemon juice, maple syrup (if using), salt, and pepper.
- 4. Flake the cooked salmon into bite-sized pieces and toss it into the salad with the dressing before serving.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (about 250g)
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 400mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 18g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 7g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 70mg