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Zesty Salmon Salad: A Tangy Delight You Must Try!

A refreshing and tangy salmon salad that combines wild-caught salmon with a zesty dressing and crunchy vegetables, perfect for a light meal.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Salad
Cuisine: American
Calories: 250
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 2 6-ounce cans of wild-caught salmon, drained and flaked
  • 1/4 cup mayonnaise
  • 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice
  • 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1/4 cup celery finely chopped
  • 1/4 cup red onion finely chopped
  • 1/4 cup dill pickles chopped
  • 1 tablespoon fresh dill chopped (or 1 teaspoon dried dill)
  • Salt to taste
  • 4 cups mixed greens for serving
  • Optional: lemon wedges for garnish

Method
 

  1. In a large mixing bowl, combine the drained salmon, mayonnaise, Dijon mustard, lemon juice, garlic powder, onion powder, and black pepper. Mix until well combined.
  2. Gently fold in the chopped celery, red onion, dill pickles, and fresh dill. Taste and add salt as needed.
  3. Chill the salmon salad in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes to allow the flavors to meld.
  4. Serve the salmon salad over a bed of mixed greens. Garnish with lemon wedges if desired.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 3gProtein: 22gFat: 17gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 15gCholesterol: 60mgSodium: 400mgFiber: 1gSugar: 1g

Notes

  • For a lighter version, substitute Greek yogurt for half of the mayonnaise.
  • Add diced avocado or sliced hard-boiled eggs for extra creaminess and protein.

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