Whisky-Infused Smoked Salmon Salad with Horseradish Dressing

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-05-03 · Updated 2026-05-03

A vibrant salad featuring smoky salmon lightly infused with Scotch whisky, paired with crisp greens and a creamy horseradish dressing for a refreshing bite. This Mediterranean-inspired salad recipe, ready in about 15 minutes, pairs smoked salmon slices, Scotch whisky, mixed salad greens 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 tbsp Scotch whisky
• 4 cups mixed salad greens
• 1/2 medium, thinly sliced cucumber
• 1/4 small, thinly sliced red onion
• 1 tbsp, chopped fresh dill
• 1/4 cup Greek yogurt
• 1 tsp prepared horseradish
• 1 tbsp lemon juice
• 1 tbsp olive oil
• 1/4 tsp salt
• 1/8 tsp black pepper

Instructions

1. Step 1: Gently pour 1 tablespoon Scotch whisky over 6 ounces of smoked salmon slices in a shallow dish. Let it infuse for 10 minutes at room temperature to absorb subtle whisky notes.
2. Step 2: In a small bowl, whisk together 1/4 cup Greek yogurt, 1 teaspoon prepared horseradish, 1 tablespoon lemon juice, 1 tablespoon olive oil, 1/4 teaspoon salt, and 1/8 teaspoon black pepper until smooth and creamy.
3. Step 3: In a large salad bowl, combine 4 cups mixed salad greens, 1/2 medium cucumber thinly sliced, 1/4 small red onion thinly sliced, and 1 tablespoon chopped fresh dill.
4. Step 4: Tear the whisky-infused smoked salmon into bite-sized pieces and add to the salad bowl.
5. Step 5: Drizzle the horseradish dressing over the salad and toss gently to coat all ingredients evenly. Serve immediately.