Lemon-Cilantro Salmon Salad

A refreshing and nutrient-packed salad featuring wild-caught salmon, creamy avocado, and a bright lemon-cilantro dressing, ideal for a quick, satisfying meal.

Cuisine: Mediterranean

Category: Seafood

Prep: 15 minutes. Cook: 10 minutes.

Serves 4.

Ingredients

• 1 lb wild-caught salmon fillets
• 2 avocados
• 2 cups mixed greens
• 1/2 red onion
• 1 lemon
• 2 tbsp fresh cilantro
• 1 tbsp extra-virgin olive oil
• 1/2 tsp sea salt
• 1/4 tsp black pepper

Instructions

1. Step 1: Preheat skillet over medium heat. Place salmon skin-side down and cook for 5 minutes until skin is crispy, then flip and cook 3 minutes more until fish flakes easily. Let rest 2 minutes before flaking into large pieces.
2. Step 2: In a large bowl, combine mixed greens, sliced red onion, and diced avocados. Whisk lemon juice, lemon zest, olive oil, sea salt, and black pepper. Pour over greens and toss gently to coat.
3. Step 3: Add flaked salmon to the bowl and fold in chopped cilantro. Toss until evenly distributed without breaking the salmon.
4. Step 4: Serve immediately, ensuring each portion has equal amounts of greens, salmon, and avocado.