Description
A delicious and healthy salmon salad featuring creamy avocado and tangy Greek yogurt, perfect for a quick and nutritious meal. Ready in just 20 minutes, this versatile salad can be enjoyed on its own, in sandwiches, or as a topping for greens and grain bowls.
Ingredients
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Salmon Salad Ingredients
- 150 grams canned salmon, drained (approx. 5 ounces; or use cooked salmon)
- 1/2 medium avocado, ripe
- 1/4 cup plain Greek yogurt
- 1/2 cup diced celery (approx. 2 stalks)
- 1/4 cup diced red onion
- 1/4 cup fresh dill, chopped
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 lemon, juice only
- Salt and pepper, to taste
Instructions
- Combine Ingredients: Add all prepped ingredients—salmon, avocado, Greek yogurt, celery, red onion, dill, garlic powder, and lemon juice—into a large bowl.
- Mash and Mix: Thoroughly mash the salmon and avocado together, then stir all the ingredients until well combined. Season with salt and pepper to your taste.
- Serve: Enjoy the salmon salad as desired. It pairs wonderfully in sandwiches, open-faced toasts, pita or lettuce wraps, on green salads, grain bowls, or simply on its own.
Notes
- Use fresh lemon juice for the best flavor.
- Cooked fresh salmon can be substituted in place of canned salmon.
- Adjust garlic powder and dill quantities to your preference.
- This salad can be stored covered in the refrigerator for up to 2 days.
- For added crunch, consider topping with chopped nuts or seeds.
