Cisco's Catch River Greens Salad
A vibrant salad featuring smoked salmon, crisp greens, and a zesty dill vinaigrette, celebrating Minnesota's fishing heritage. This american-inspired salads ready in about 10 minutes pairs mixed salad greens, thinly sliced smoked salmon, halved cherry tomatoes into a side that holds its own next to almost any main — bright, balanced, and quick enough to slot into a weeknight plate. Each serving lands at about 280 calories and feeds 2, so it slots cleanly next to roasted proteins, grain bowls, or weeknight mains. 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
- 6 oz mixed salad greens
- 3 oz, thinly sliced smoked salmon
- 1/2 cup, halved cherry tomatoes
- 1/4 cup, thinly sliced cucumber
- 2 tbsp, finely diced red onion
- 1 tbsp fresh, chopped dill
- 1/4, juiced lemon
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tbsp apple cider vinegar
- 1/2 tsp honey
Instructions
- Step 1: In a small bowl, whisk together 2 tbsp olive oil, 1 tbsp apple cider vinegar, 1/4 lemon juiced, 1/2 tsp honey, and 1 tbsp chopped dill until emulsified.
- Step 2: Toss 6 oz mixed salad greens with the dressing until evenly coated, then arrange on a chilled plate.
- Step 3: Arrange 3 oz sliced smoked salmon, 1/2 cup halved cherry tomatoes, 1/4 cup sliced cucumber, and 2 tbsp diced red onion over the greens.
- Step 4: Sprinkle with an additional 1 tbsp fresh dill and serve immediately with extra lemon wedges on the side.
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Frequently asked questions
How long does Cisco's Catch River Greens Salad take to make?
Total time is about 10 minutes (10 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 Cisco's Catch River Greens 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 mixed salad greens from drying out.
Can I substitute ingredients in Cisco's Catch River Greens 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 Cisco's Catch River Greens Salad 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 Cisco's Catch River Greens Salad?
American 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
- ★★★★★
My partner, who's usually picky, absolutely loved this.
- ★★★★☆
Enjoyable meal. Instructions could be a touch more detailed on the timing.
- ★★★★☆
Very good for a 0-minute recipe. Would bump up the spice level though.
