Isle of Wight Red Jet-Inspired Smoked Salmon and Caper Salad

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-08-01 · Updated 2026-08-01

A refreshing salad combining smoked salmon, briny capers, and crisp greens for a light meal evoking the fresh sea air of the Isle of Wight ferry crossing. This Mediterranean-inspired salad recipe, ready in about 15 minutes, pairs smoked salmon slices, mixed salad greens, capers, drained 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

• 6 oz smoked salmon slices
• 4 cups mixed salad greens
• 2 tbsp capers, drained
• 1/4 cup red onion, thinly sliced
• 1/2 cup cucumber, thinly sliced
• 2 tbsp lemon juice
• 3 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
• 1 tsp Dijon mustard
• 1/4 tsp black pepper
• 1 tbsp fresh dill, chopped

Instructions

1. Step 1: In a small bowl, whisk together 2 tbsp lemon juice, 3 tbsp extra virgin olive oil, 1 tsp Dijon mustard, and 1/4 tsp black pepper until emulsified.
2. Step 2: In a large salad bowl, combine 4 cups mixed salad greens, 1/4 cup thinly sliced red onion, 1/2 cup thinly sliced cucumber, and 2 tbsp drained capers.
3. Step 3: Add 6 oz smoked salmon slices torn into bite-sized pieces to the salad bowl.
4. Step 4: Drizzle the lemon-mustard dressing over the salad and toss gently to coat all ingredients evenly.
5. Step 5: Sprinkle 1 tbsp chopped fresh dill over the top for a fragrant finish and serve chilled.