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Grilled Salmon Salad Recipe

Grilled Salmon Salad Recipe

4.9 from 26 reviews

A delightful Grilled Salmon Salad with a zesty Creamy Cilantro Lime Dressing that brings out the flavors of the fresh ingredients.

Ingredients

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For the Creamy Cilantro Lime Dressing:

  • 1/3 cup olive oil
  • 1/4 cup lime juice, more to taste
  • 1/2 cup mayo
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 2 garlic cloves
  • 1/2 a jalapeno, sliced (more for more heat)
  • 1/2 teaspoon honey, more to taste
  • 1/2 cup cilantro, packed (tender stems OK)

For the Salad:

  • 4 x 4-6 ounce pieces of salmon (or sub steelhead or ocean trout)
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon chili powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon cumin
  • 5 ounces O Organics® baby arugula
  • 3 Turkish cucumbers, sliced, salted
  • 1/4 cup red onion, thinly sliced
  • 1 cup cherry or grape tomatoes, sliced in half
  • 2 avocados, sliced
  • 1/3 cup toasted pumpkin seeds
  • 1/3 cup cotija cheese, crumbled
  • cilantro leaves for garnish

Instructions

  1. Preheat the grill to med-high heat.
  2. Make the Dressing: Place all dressing ingredients except cilantro in a blender. Blend until smooth. Add cilantro and blend again. Adjust jalapeno, honey, and lime to taste.
  3. Grill: Brush salmon with olive oil, season with salt, chili powder, and cumin. Grill until desired doneness.
  4. Prepare Salad: Toss arugula, cucumber, and onions with dressing. Add avocado, tomatoes, pumpkin seeds, and Cotija cheese. Adjust seasoning.
  5. Assemble: Place salad on a platter, top with grilled salmon, remaining pumpkin seeds, Cotija cheese, and cilantro leaves. Serve.

Notes

  • You can adjust the dressing’s spiciness by adding more or less jalapeno.
  • Feel free to customize the salad with your favorite vegetables or toppings.
  • Ensure the salmon is cooked through but still moist and flaky.

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Keywords: Grilled Salmon Salad, Creamy Cilantro Lime Dressing, Healthy Salad Recipe