Best Citrus Herb Salmon Salad

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A refreshing salad featuring seared salmon, citrus segments, and a zesty herb vinaigrette. This mediterranean-inspired seafood (mediterranean) ready in about 35 minutes pairs (6 oz each) wild-caught salmon fillets, blood oranges, lemon for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 480 calories and feeds 4, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with a quick salad or grain on the side. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.

Prep: 20 min Cook: 15 min Serves 4 Mediterranean cuisine 480 cal/serving
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Instructions

  1. Step 1: Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper. Season salmon fillets with 1/2 tsp salt and 1/4 tsp pepper.
  2. Step 2: Squeeze juice from 1 blood orange and 1 lemon into a bowl. Add 1/4 cup fresh dill, 1/4 cup fresh parsley, 3 tbsp olive oil, 1 tbsp white wine vinegar, 1 tsp honey, and 1 tbsp grated orange zest. Whisk until emulsified.
  3. Step 3: Place salmon on the baking sheet and roast for 12-14 minutes until flaky and golden. Meanwhile, segment 2 blood oranges by cutting between membranes and removing segments.
  4. Step 4: Toss blood orange segments with 1/4 of the vinaigrette. Arrange salmon on plates, top with citrus salad, and drizzle remaining vinaigrette over the salmon. Garnish with additional dill and orange zest.

Frequently asked questions

How long does Best Citrus Herb Salmon Salad take to make?

Total time is about 35 minutes (20 min prep + 15 min cook). Most home cooks find this fits comfortably into a weeknight; double the batch on Sunday for two dinners.

How do I store leftover Best Citrus Herb Salmon Salad?

Cool to room temperature within 2 hours, then store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days. Reheat covered in a 350°F oven for 10-12 minutes, or microwave at 70% power in 60-second bursts to keep blood oranges from drying out.

Can I substitute ingredients in Best Citrus Herb Salmon Salad?

Yes — most ingredients in this recipe have flexible swaps. For oil, use any neutral high-smoke-point oil (avocado, grapeseed, refined coconut). For aromatics, dried herbs at ⅓ the volume of fresh work in a pinch. The full ingredient list is shoppable on Instacart so you can see substitutes in real time.

How do I scale Best Citrus Herb Salmon Salad for a different number of people?

The recipe is written for 4 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 4). Cook time stays roughly the same up to 2x; for 3-4x batches, switch from a skillet to a sheet pan or stockpot so the food isn't crowded — overcrowding steams instead of browns.

What goes well with Best Citrus Herb Salmon Salad?

Mediterranean seafood like this pair well with a simple grain (rice, couscous, or crusty bread), a quick salad with acid (lemon vinaigrette, pickled onions), and a pan sauce or yogurt-based dip. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" to get specific side suggestions.

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