Salmon Martini for 2 Salad in a Glass
Elevate your salad game with this sophisticated and visually stunning "Salmon Martini for 2 Salad in a Glass." Perfectly portioned for a romantic date night or an upscale appetizer, this recipe layers smoky, tender slices of smoked salmon atop a vibrant mix of fresh baby spinach, crisp cucumber rounds, and thinly sliced radishes. Creamy avocado cubes and tangy capers add depth, while a zesty homemade dressing made with lemon juice, Dijon mustard, and a hint of honey brings the flavors together beautifully. Served in sleek martini glasses and garnished with fresh dill, this no-cook salad is quick to prepare—ready in just 15 minutes—and ideal for impressing your special someone with its elegant presentation and bright, refreshing taste. Perfect for seafood lovers, this unique "salad in a glass" is more than a dish; it’s a dining experience!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 100 grams smoked salmon
- 50 grams baby spinach leaves
- 0.25 whole (medium-sized) cucumber
- 2 whole (small) radishes
- 0.5 whole (ripe) avocado
- 1 teaspoon capers
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
- 0.5 teaspoon honey
- 0.25 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
- 2 sprigs (fresh) dill
Instructions
1. Chop the smoked salmon into bite-sized strips or pieces and set aside.
2. Wash and thoroughly dry the baby spinach leaves. Divide evenly into two martini glasses, forming the base layer of the salad.
3. Peel and thinly slice the cucumber and radishes into delicate rounds. Arrange them over the spinach in the martini glasses.
4. Cut the avocado in half, remove the pit, and scoop the flesh using a spoon. Dice the avocado into small cubes. Add the avocado cubes evenly to each glass.
5. Sprinkle capers over the salad in both glasses for a burst of briny flavor.
6. In a small bowl, whisk together the lemon juice, olive oil, Dijon mustard, honey, salt, and black pepper to create a smooth and tangy dressing.
7. Drizzle the dressing evenly over the salads in the martini glasses.
8. Arrange the smoked salmon pieces on top of the salad layers in each glass.
9. Garnish with fresh dill sprigs for a vibrant and aromatic finish.
10. Serve immediately with small forks or spoons. Enjoy the elegant presentation and fresh flavors!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
416 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 30.7 g | 39% | |
| Saturated Fat | 4.7 g | 24% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 3.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 23 mg | 8% | |
| Sodium | 1688 mg | 73% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 16.1 g | 6% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 7.0 g | 25% | |
| Total Sugars | 6.1 g | ||
| Protein | 22.0 g | 44% | |
| Vitamin D | 17.1 mcg | 86% | |
| Calcium | 91 mg | 7% | |
| Iron | 3.2 mg | 18% | |
| Potassium | 970 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.
