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Herb-Roasted Salmon Salad: Fresh, Bright & Packed with Flavor

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This herb-roasted salmon salad balances rich, tender salmon with crisp cucumbers, mixed greens, and briny capers, all topped with a creamy, tangy yogurt sauce. Light yet satisfying, perfect for weekday lunches or elegant entertaining.

  • Total Time: 25 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x

Ingredients

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  • 4 salmon fillets (56 oz each)
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 tbsp fresh dill, chopped (or 1 tsp dried)
  • Salt & pepper to taste
  • 4 cups mixed greens or arugula
  • 1 cup cucumber, thinly sliced
  • ¼ red onion, thinly sliced
  • 2 tbsp capers
  • Optional: cherry tomatoes or avocado slices
  • ½ cup plain Greek yogurt or plant-based yogurt
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 tbsp lemon juice
  • 1 tsp Dijon mustard
  • 1 tbsp chopped dill
  • Salt & pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Rub salmon with olive oil, dill, salt, and pepper. Place on a lined baking sheet and roast 12–15 minutes until cooked through.
  2. While salmon roasts, whisk yogurt sauce ingredients in a small bowl.
  3. Arrange greens, cucumber, onion, and capers in serving bowls.
  4. Top with warm salmon and drizzle with yogurt sauce. Garnish with extra dill or lemon wedges.

Notes

  • Can add cherry tomatoes or avocado for extra flavor.
  • Perfect for meal prep or quick weekday lunches.
  • Author: lina
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 15 minutes
  • Category: Salad
  • Method: Roasting
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 plate
  • Calories: 370
  • Sugar: 2 g
  • Sodium: 250
  • Fat: 24
  • Saturated Fat: 5
  • Unsaturated Fat: 18
  • Trans Fat: 0
  • Carbohydrates: 7
  • Fiber: 2
  • Protein: 30
  • Cholesterol: 75