Grilled Salmon Salad with Lemon-Dill Vinaigrette
Grilled Salmon Salad with Lemon-Dill Vinaigrette
A healthy and flavorful salad featuring tender grilled salmon and a zesty lemon-dill dressing.

Prep Time

15 minutes

Cook Time

10 minutes

Servings

2

Ingredients

  • Salmon Fillet: 2 (6 oz each), skin on or off
  • Mixed Greens: 5 oz (or Arugula)
  • Cucumber: 1/2, thinly sliced
  • Cherry Tomatoes: 1 cup, halved
  • Red Onion: 1/4, thinly sliced
  • Olive Oil: 1 tbsp (for salmon)
  • Salt: to taste (for salmon)
  • Black Pepper: to taste (for salmon)

Dressing

  • Olive Oil: 1/4 cup
  • Lemon Juice: 2 tbsp, fresh
  • Fresh Dill: 2 tbsp, chopped
  • Dijon Mustard: 1 tsp
  • Salt: to taste
  • Black Pepper: to taste

Preparation Steps

  1. Preheat grill or pan to medium-high. Pat salmon fillets dry and season with 1 tbsp olive oil, salt, and pepper.
  2. Grill salmon for 4-6 minutes per side, or until cooked through and flaky (internal temperature of 145°F/63°C). If skin-on, start skin-side down. Let it cool slightly, then flake into large pieces, removing skin if desired.
  3. While salmon cooks, prepare the dressing: In a small bowl, whisk together 1/4 cup olive oil, lemon juice, chopped dill, and Dijon mustard. Season with salt and pepper.
  4. In a large salad bowl, combine mixed greens, sliced cucumber, halved cherry tomatoes, and thinly sliced red onion.
  5. Add the flaked grilled salmon to the salad.
  6. Drizzle with lemon-dill vinaigrette and toss gently to combine.
  7. Serve immediately.

Notes

Capers or a sprinkle of feta cheese can be a nice addition if desired.