Flaked Salmon and Cucumber
Elevate your weeknight dinner with this light and refreshing Flaked Salmon and Cucumber recipe! Perfectly baked salmon fillets, delicately seasoned with olive oil, lemon juice, and fresh dill, are flaked into tender bites and served over a bed of crisp, ribboned cucumber. The contrast of warm, flaky fish and cool cucumber ribbons creates a harmony of flavors and textures, while the optional dollop of Greek yogurt adds a creamy finishing touch. With just 15 minutes of prep and 10 minutes of cooking time, this nutritious recipe is as quick and easy as it is elegant. Ideal for a healthy lunch or dinner, this dish is gluten-free, low-carb, and bursting with fresh summer flavors. Try it today and savor the simplicity of wholesome ingredients prepared with care.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 pieces (about 6 oz each) salmon fillet
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice
- 0.5 teaspoons salt
- 0.25 teaspoons black pepper
- 1 large cucumber
- 2 tablespoons dill (fresh, chopped)
- 2 tablespoons Greek yogurt (optional for garnish)
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or lightly grease it with oil.
Brush both sides of the salmon fillets with 1 tablespoon of olive oil and place them skin-side down on the prepared baking sheet.
Season the salmon fillets with salt and black pepper. Bake for 10-12 minutes or until the salmon is cooked through and flakes easily with a fork.
While the salmon is baking, prepare the cucumber ribbons. Using a vegetable peeler, slice the cucumber lengthwise into thin, ribbon-like strips. Discard the seedy core when it becomes difficult to peel.
In a mixing bowl, toss the cucumber ribbons with the remaining 1 tablespoon of olive oil, 2 tablespoons of lemon juice, and half of the chopped fresh dill. Set aside.
Once the salmon is cooked, let it cool slightly for about 2-3 minutes. Use a fork to gently flake the salmon into bite-sized pieces, discarding the skin if desired.
To assemble, divide the cucumber ribbons evenly onto serving plates. Top with flaked salmon and sprinkle with the remaining dill.
Optional: Add a dollop of Greek yogurt on top for extra creaminess. Serve immediately and enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
472 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 33.3 g | 43% | |
| Saturated Fat | 6.7 g | 33% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 95 mg | 32% | |
| Sodium | 570 mg | 25% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 8.2 g | 3% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 1.2 g | 4% | |
| Total Sugars | 3.9 g | ||
| Protein | 35.3 g | 71% | |
| Vitamin D | 21.4 mcg | 107% | |
| Calcium | 65 mg | 5% | |
| Iron | 1.6 mg | 9% | |
| Potassium | 891 mg | 19% | |
*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.
