Greek Salmon Salad

By Makinze GorePublished: Mar 26, 2021

2.7

3 Ratings

ANDREW BUI

Whenever we're craving a salad, it usually mean we want something super fresh and crisp with lots of flavor. A salad that won't leave us hungry in 30 minutes. This gorgeous salad is hearty enough to be dinner. While the salmon is cooking, you can get all of your veggie chopping done. An easy dinner with big reward!

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Yields:: 4 serving(s)
Prep Time:: 20 mins
Total Time:: 1 hr
Cal/Serv:: 569

Ingredients

For the salmon

1 lb.
salmon
Kosher salt
Freshly ground black pepper
Pinch crushed red pepper flakes
Juice of 1/2 lemon
1 tbsp.
extra-virgin olive oil
1
clove garlic
1 tbsp.
freshly chopped dill

For the dressing

1/2 c.
Greek yogurt, preferably whole fat
2 tbsp.
tahini
Juice of 1/2 lemon
2 tbsp.
warm water
Kosher salt
Freshly ground black pepper

For the salad

5 oz.
baby spinach
1
head romaine, chopped
1
Persian cucumber, sliced
1
red bell pepper, sliced
1 c.
cherry tomatoes, halved
1/2 c.
kalamata olives, pitted and halved
1
avocado, sliced
1/2 c.
pickled red onions
1/2 c.
crumbled feta
Freshly chopped dill
Lemon wedges

Nutrition Information

Per Serving (Serves 4)

Calories569 Fat39 gSaturated fat10 gTrans fat0 gCholesterol84 mgSodium1353 mgCarbohydrates14 gFiber12 gSugar8 gProtein35 gVitamin D0 mcgCalcium303 mgIron5 mgPotassium1585 mg

Note: The information shown is Edamam’s estimate based on available ingredients and preparation. It should not be considered a substitute for a professional nutritionist’s advice.
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Directions

1. Step 1Preheat oven to 350° and line a small baking sheet with foil. Place salmon on foil and season with salt, pepper, and a pinch red pepper flakes.
2. Step 2In a small bowl, combine lemon juice, oil, garlic, and dill. Pour over salmon.
3. Step 3Bake until salmon is fork tender and internal temperature reaches 145°, about 35 minutes.
4. Step 4Meanwhile, make dressing: In a medium bowl, combine yogurt and tahini, then add lemon juice. Add warm water and stir to loosen. Add more water or lemon juice to thin dressing to desired consistency. Season with salt and pepper.
5. Step 5Assemble salad: Toss spinach, romaine, cucumber, bell pepper, tomatoes, and olives together. Break salmon into large pieces with a fork and top salad with it. Top with avocado, pickled onions, and feta. Garnish with dill and serve with dressing and lemon wedges.

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Makinze Gore

Food Editor

Makinze is currently Food Editor for Delish, where she develops recipes, creates and hosts recipe videos and is our current baking queen.. Reigning from Oklahoma, she's also our go-to for all things regarding Midwestern cuisine. She's also our expert pie crimper.