Black Bean and Salmon Salad
Experience a refreshing and protein-packed meal with this vibrant Black Bean and Salmon Salad, a perfect balance of bold flavors and wholesome ingredients. Succulent, paprika-seasoned salmon tops a bed of fresh spinach or mixed greens, while a zesty medley of black beans, cherry tomatoes, cucumber, and red onion adds a burst of color and nutrition. Drizzled with a tangy lime-cumin dressing sweetened with a hint of honey, this salad is as satisfying as it is nutritious. Ready in just 30 minutes, it’s an ideal choice for a healthy weeknight dinner or a shareable lunch. Packed with omega-3s and fiber, this unique recipe is a refreshing twist on classic salmon dishes, delivering both flavor and health benefits in every bite!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 pieces (about 6 oz each) salmon fillets
- 3 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
- 0.5 teaspoon paprika
- 15 ounces (1 can, drained and rinsed) canned black beans
- 1 cup (halved) cherry tomatoes
- 1 medium (diced) cucumber
- 0.5 medium (finely chopped) red onion
- 0.25 cup (chopped) fresh cilantro
- 2 pieces (juiced) lime
- 1 teaspoon honey
- 0.5 teaspoon ground cumin
- 4 cups spinach or mixed greens
Instructions
Preheat a grill or skillet over medium-high heat.
Brush the salmon fillets with 1 tablespoon of olive oil and season with 1/2 teaspoon of salt, 1/4 teaspoon of black pepper, and 1/2 teaspoon of paprika.
Cook the salmon for about 4-5 minutes on each side, or until it is fully cooked and flakes easily with a fork. Remove from the heat and set aside to cool slightly.
In a large mixing bowl, combine the black beans, cherry tomatoes, cucumber, red onion, and chopped cilantro.
In a small bowl, whisk together the juice of 2 limes, 2 tablespoons of olive oil, honey, ground cumin, 1/2 teaspoon of salt, and 1/4 teaspoon of black pepper to create the dressing.
Pour the dressing over the black bean mixture and toss to combine.
Divide the spinach or mixed greens evenly among 4 plates or bowls.
Flake the cooked salmon into bite-sized pieces and arrange on top of the greens.
Spoon the black bean and vegetable mixture over the salmon and greens.
Serve immediately and enjoy your Black Bean and Salmon Salad!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
434 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 20.5 g | 26% | |
| Saturated Fat | 3.0 g | 15% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.4 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 34 mg | 11% | |
| Sodium | 975 mg | 42% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 36.2 g | 13% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 14.5 g | 52% | |
| Total Sugars | 4.5 g | ||
| Protein | 29.8 g | 60% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 141 mg | 11% | |
| Iron | 6.0 mg | 33% | |
| Potassium | 998 mg | 21% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
