Pecan Salmon Salad with Honey Mustard Dressing
Elevate your next meal with this vibrant and nutrient-packed Pecan Salmon Salad with Honey Mustard Dressing. Juicy, perfectly seared salmon fillets take center stage atop a bed of crisp mixed greens, sweet cherry tomatoes, crunchy cucumber, and tangy red onion. Toasted pecans add a delightful nuttiness and satisfying crunch, while the homemade honey mustard dressing—crafted with Dijon mustard, apple cider vinegar, and a touch of honey—ties it all together with a perfect balance of sweetness and tang. Ready in under 30 minutes, this easy yet elegant salad is ideal for a quick weeknight dinner or a refreshing lunch. Healthy, flavorful, and visually stunning, it’s the perfect way to highlight the best of wholesome ingredients.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 pieces (about 6 oz each) salmon fillet
- 1 cup pecans
- 6 cups mixed salad greens
- 1 cup (halved) cherry tomatoes
- 1 medium (sliced) cucumber
- 0.25 cup (thinly sliced) red onion
- 2 tablespoons honey
- 2 tablespoons Dijon mustard
- 2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
- 4 tablespoons olive oil
- 0.5 teaspoon (or to taste) salt
- 0.5 teaspoon (or to taste) black pepper
- 0.25 teaspoon garlic powder
Instructions
Preheat a nonstick skillet over medium heat.
Season the salmon fillets with salt, pepper, and garlic powder on both sides.
In the skillet, add 1 tablespoon of olive oil, then place the salmon fillets skin-side down. Sear for 4-5 minutes, then flip and cook for an additional 3-4 minutes, or until cooked through. Remove from heat and set aside.
Toast the pecans in the same skillet for 2-3 minutes over medium-low heat, stirring frequently until fragrant. Remove and set aside.
In a small bowl, whisk together honey, Dijon mustard, apple cider vinegar, and the remaining 3 tablespoons of olive oil until emulsified. Add a pinch of salt and pepper to taste.
Prepare the salad base: In a large bowl, toss together the mixed greens, cherry tomatoes, cucumber, and red onion.
Divide the salad base evenly among four plates or bowls. Top each with a salmon fillet, a handful of toasted pecans, and a drizzle of the honey mustard dressing.
Serve immediately and enjoy your Pecan Salmon Salad with Honey Mustard Dressing!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
3368 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 260.4 g | 334% | |
| Saturated Fat | 44.2 g | 221% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 62.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 470 mg | 156% | |
| Sodium | 3983 mg | 173% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 72.5 g | 26% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 16.0 g | 57% | |
| Total Sugars | 49.4 g | ||
| Protein | 188.9 g | 378% | |
| Vitamin D | 93.2 mcg | 466% | |
| Calcium | 297 mg | 23% | |
| Iron | 9.5 mg | 53% | |
| Potassium | 4836 mg | 103% | |
*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.
