Nordic Salmon Salad with Dill and Cucumber
A chilled salmon salad with fresh dill, crisp cucumber, and a light lemon-mustard dressing, perfect for a light, refreshing meal. This Mediterranean-inspired salad recipe, ready in about 15 minutes, pairs smoked salmon slices, English cucumber, fresh dill 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
- 1 medium English cucumber
- 2 tbsp chopped fresh dill
- 1 tbsp lemon juice
- 1 tsp Dijon mustard
- 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 1/4 tsp black pepper
- 4 cups mixed salad greens
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Instructions
- Step 1: Thinly slice 1 medium English cucumber into half-moons and place in a large bowl.
- Step 2: Tear 6 ounces smoked salmon slices into bite-sized pieces and add to the bowl with 4 cups mixed salad greens.
- Step 3: Chop 2 tablespoons fresh dill finely and add to the salad mixture.
- Step 4: In a small bowl, whisk together 1 tablespoon lemon juice, 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard, 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil, 1/4 teaspoon salt, and 1/4 teaspoon black pepper until emulsified.
- Step 5: Pour the dressing over the salad and gently toss to combine all ingredients.
- Step 6: Chill the salad in the refrigerator for 15 minutes before serving to meld flavors and keep it cool.
