Smoked Salmon Salad with Dill Vinaigrette
A light, elegant salad featuring smoked salmon, creamy dill dressing, and crisp vegetables—inspired by Minnesota's Scandinavian heritage and Midwest freshness. This scandinavian-inspired salads ready in about 15 minutes pairs thinly sliced smoked salmon, mixed greens, thinly sliced cucumber 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 4, 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, thinly sliced smoked salmon
- 4 cups mixed greens
- 1/2, thinly sliced cucumber
- 1/4 cup, thinly sliced red onion
- 3 tbsp, chopped fresh dill
- 3 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tbsp lemon juice
- 1 tbsp white wine vinegar
- 1 tsp honey
- 1/4 tsp salt
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Instructions
- Step 1: Whisk together 3 tbsp olive oil, 1 tbsp lemon juice, 1 tbsp white wine vinegar, 1 tsp honey, and 1/4 tsp salt in a small bowl until emulsified.
- Step 2: Toss the 4 cups mixed greens with 2 tbsp of the dill vinaigrette in a large bowl, then arrange on plates.
- Step 3: Top the greens with 6 oz thinly sliced smoked salmon, 1/2 cucumber thinly sliced, and 1/4 cup red onion thinly sliced.
- Step 4: Drizzle with remaining vinaigrette and sprinkle with 3 tbsp fresh dill just before serving.
Frequently asked questions
How long does Smoked Salmon Salad with Dill Vinaigrette 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 Smoked Salmon Salad with Dill Vinaigrette?
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 thinly sliced smoked salmon from drying out.
Can I substitute ingredients in Smoked Salmon Salad with Dill Vinaigrette?
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 Smoked Salmon Salad with Dill Vinaigrette for a different number of people?
The recipe is written for 4 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 4). 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 Smoked Salmon Salad with Dill Vinaigrette?
Scandinavian 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
- ★★★★☆
Reliable weeknight option. Not going to blow your mind but always satisfying.
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Tasty recipe. I'd add a bit more seasoning next time.
- ★★★★☆
Enjoyable meal. Instructions could be a touch more detailed on the timing.
