Brussels Smoked Herring Salad with Dill and Mustard
A refreshing blend of flaky smoked herring and garden vegetables, balanced by a zesty dill-mustard dressing for a taste of Brussels' coastal charm. This belgian-inspired salads ready in about 15 minutes pairs smoked herring fillets, mixed greens, radishes for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 280 calories and feeds 2, 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.
Ingredients
- 4 oz smoked herring fillets
- 3 oz mixed greens
- 1/4 cup radishes
- 1 tbsp red onion
- 1 tsp fresh dill
- 1 tsp Dijon mustard
- 1 tbsp lemon juice
- 2 tbsp olive oil
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Instructions
- Step 1: Flake 4 oz smoked herring fillets into small pieces and place in a medium bowl.
- Step 2: In a separate bowl, combine 3 oz mixed greens, 1/4 cup sliced radishes, and 1 tbsp thinly sliced red onion.
- Step 3: Whisk together 1 tsp fresh dill, 1 tsp Dijon mustard, 1 tbsp lemon juice, and 2 tbsp olive oil until smooth, then pour over the herring and toss gently.
- Step 4: Add the greens and radish mixture to the herring, then toss once more to combine all elements.
Frequently asked questions
How long does Brussels Smoked Herring Salad with Dill and Mustard take to make?
Total time is about 15 minutes (15 min prep + 0 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 Brussels Smoked Herring Salad with Dill and Mustard?
Refrigerate in a covered airtight container for up to 3–4 days (FDA FoodKeeper guideline for cooked fish). Store any fresh salsa or citrus-based garnish in a separate container — it keeps for up to 2 days. Freeze cooked fish (without fresh garnishes) for up to 3 months; thaw overnight in the fridge and reheat gently at 275°F until just warmed through to preserve texture.
Can I substitute ingredients in Brussels Smoked Herring Salad with Dill and Mustard?
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 Brussels Smoked Herring Salad with Dill and Mustard for a different number of people?
The recipe is written for 2 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 2). 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 Brussels Smoked Herring Salad with Dill and Mustard?
Belgian salads 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.
What others are saying
- ★★★★★
Kids gobbled it up without complaints — that's a 5-star in my book.
- ★★★★☆
Almost perfect — just needed a squeeze of lemon at the end.
