This salmon salad combines the fresh, rich flavor of wild Alaskan salmon with crisp vegetables and a bright, tangy dressing for a meal that is both healthy and satisfying. This recipe makes quick work of leftover or freshly cooked salmon, creating a dish that is perfect for lunch, a light dinner, or as a side for gatherings.

Salmon Salad

Recipe provided by Alaska Seafood Marketing Institute Yield: 4 servings

Ingredients:

Wild Alaska Pulled 
Salmon Salad

  • 14 oz wild Alaskan salmon
  • 1½ c cherry tomatoes, halved
  • ½ cucumber, thinly sliced
  • 6 sprigs fresh dill, chopped
  • 1 bunch fresh parsley, chopped
  • 6 sprigs fresh basil, chopped (reserve some for garnish)
  • 2 small red onions, thinly sliced
  • ½ red bell pepper, diced
  • 1 avocado, sliced

Lemon Vinaigrette Dressing

  • 2 tbsp fresh lemon juice
  • 4 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
  • 1 tsp Dijon mustard
  • Salt and black pepper, to taste

Directions:

Step 1: Cook the wild Alaskan salmon

Preheat the oven to 390°F. Season the Alaskan salmon fillets with salt and black pepper. Lightly grease a baking dish or sheet with olive oil and place the salmon skin-side down. Bake for 12- to 15 minutes, depending on thickness. Remove from the oven and let cool.

Step 2: Prepare the fresh ingredients

Finely chop the dill, parsley, and basil (saving a few basil leaves for garnish). Once the wild Alaskan salmon has cooled, remove the skin and shred the meat using a fork.

Step 3: Assemble the salad

In a large bowl, combine the cherry tomatoes, cucumber, red onion, and red bell pepper. Season with salt and black pepper, then mix well. Add the shredded salmon and chopped herbs, tossing everything gently to combine.

Step 4: Make the zesty vinaigrette

In a small jar, add the lemon juice, Dijon mustard, olive oil, salt, and black pepper. Close the jar and shake vigorously until well combined.

Step 5: Dress and serve

Drizzle the vinaigrette over the salad and toss lightly. Arrange on plates or in a serving bowl, garnishing with avocado slices and fresh basil leaves. Enjoy!

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