Spicy Salmon Salad
Elevate your salad game with this vibrant and satisfying Spicy Salmon Salad, a perfect combination of bold flavors and fresh ingredients. Succulent salmon fillets, seasoned with smoked paprika and cayenne pepper for a smoky, spicy kick, are pan-seared to perfection and served atop a bed of crisp mixed greens. The salad is layered with crunchy cucumber, juicy cherry tomatoes, creamy avocado, and the zesty tang of red onion, all tied together with a light, citrusy lime-honey dressing. Garnished with fresh cilantro for an herby finish, this healthy yet indulgent recipe is as quick to make—just 23 minutes total—as it is delicious. Perfect for a nutrient-packed lunch or an impressive light dinner, this spicy salmon salad is a flavorful feast your taste buds won't forget.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 pieces (6 oz each) salmon fillet
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 0.5 teaspoon cayenne pepper
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
- 6 cups mixed salad greens
- 1 medium (sliced) cucumber
- 1 cup (halved) cherry tomatoes
- 0.25 cup (thinly sliced) red onion
- 1 large (sliced) avocado
- 2 tablespoons (chopped) fresh cilantro
- 3 tablespoons lime juice
- 1 teaspoon honey
- 1 teaspoon soy sauce
- 1 clove (minced) garlic
Instructions
Preheat a non-stick skillet over medium heat.
Pat the salmon fillets dry with a paper towel. Brush both sides with 1 tablespoon of olive oil.
In a small bowl, mix smoked paprika, cayenne pepper, salt, and black pepper. Rub the mixture evenly over both sides of the salmon fillets.
Place the seasoned fillets in the preheated skillet. Cook for 3-4 minutes per side, or until the salmon is cooked through and flakes easily with a fork. Remove from the skillet and let it rest for a few minutes before flaking into large chunks.
In a large salad bowl, combine the mixed greens, sliced cucumber, cherry tomatoes, red onion, and avocado slices.
To make the dressing, whisk together lime juice, honey, soy sauce, minced garlic, and the remaining 1 tablespoon of olive oil in a small bowl until well combined.
Drizzle the dressing over the salad and toss gently to coat the vegetables evenly.
Top the salad with the flaked salmon and garnish with chopped cilantro.
Serve immediately and enjoy your Spicy Salmon Salad!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1678 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 121.8 g | 156% | |
| Saturated Fat | 23.5 g | 118% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 24.4 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 235 mg | 78% | |
| Sodium | 2515 mg | 109% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 56.6 g | 21% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 21.3 g | 76% | |
| Total Sugars | 19.9 g | ||
| Protein | 98.6 g | 197% | |
| Vitamin D | 46.6 mcg | 233% | |
| Calcium | 238 mg | 18% | |
| Iron | 7.1 mg | 39% | |
| Potassium | 4056 mg | 86% | |
*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.
