Salmon with Cucumber Salad
Elevate your weeknight dinner game with this vibrant and healthy Salmon with Cucumber Salad recipe! Perfectly seared salmon fillets take center stage, their tender, flaky texture pairing beautifully with a refreshing cucumber salad loaded with juicy cherry tomatoes, crisp red onion, and fragrant dill. A creamy yogurt-lemon dressing with a hint of honey and garlic ties the dish together, offering the perfect balance of tangy and sweet flavors. Ready in just 30 minutes, this easy salmon recipe is as nutritious as it is delicious, making it an ideal option for busy evenings or impressing guests. Serve it as a light, protein-packed meal that’s perfect for summer dining or any time you crave something fresh and flavorful!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 pieces Salmon fillets (skin-on or skinless)
- 2 tablespoons Olive oil
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
- 2 medium-sized Cucumber
- 1 cup Cherry tomatoes
- 0.5 medium-sized Red onion
- 2 tablespoons Fresh dill
- 2 tablespoons Lemon juice
- 0.25 cup Plain Greek yogurt
- 1 teaspoon Honey
- 1 piece Garlic clove (minced)
Instructions
Pat the salmon fillets dry with a paper towel. Season with 1/2 teaspoon of salt and 1/4 teaspoon of black pepper on both sides.
In a large skillet, heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil over medium-high heat. Place the salmon fillets in the skillet, skin-side down if applicable.
Cook the salmon for 4–5 minutes per side, or until the flesh is opaque and flakes easily with a fork. Remove from heat and set aside.
While the salmon cooks, prepare the cucumber salad. Cut the cucumbers into thin rounds or half-moons. Slice the cherry tomatoes in half and thinly slice the red onion.
In a large mixing bowl, combine the cucumbers, cherry tomatoes, red onion, and fresh dill.
In a small bowl, whisk together the lemon juice, Greek yogurt, honey, minced garlic, and a pinch of salt and pepper. Pour this dressing over the cucumber mixture and toss gently to combine.
To serve, place each salmon fillet on a plate and add a generous scoop of the cucumber salad on the side. Garnish with additional dill, if desired.
Serve immediately and enjoy your fresh and flavorful meal!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1273 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 82.1 g | 105% | |
| Saturated Fat | 17.7 g | 88% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.8 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 258 mg | 86% | |
| Sodium | 2642 mg | 115% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 39.3 g | 14% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 5.5 g | 20% | |
| Total Sugars | 22.0 g | ||
| Protein | 99.4 g | 199% | |
| Vitamin D | 52.6 mcg | 263% | |
| Calcium | 227 mg | 17% | |
| Iron | 4.7 mg | 26% | |
| Potassium | 2670 mg | 57% | |
*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.
