Description
Mediterranean Salmon Salad is a vibrant and refreshing dish that brings the flavors of the Mediterranean right to your table. This delightful salad features tender, baked salmon paired with crisp mixed greens, juicy cherry tomatoes, crunchy cucumbers, and tangy feta cheese, all drizzled with a zesty lemon-olive oil dressing. Perfect for a light lunch or a satisfying dinner, this recipe is simple to prepare and bursting with flavor. Enjoy it on warm evenings or as a meal prep option for busy days.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 (6 oz) fresh salmon fillets
- 4 cups mixed greens (arugula, spinach, romaine)
- 1 cup cucumber (sliced)
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes (halved)
- 1/2 small red onion (thinly sliced)
- 1/2 cup feta cheese (crumbled)
- 2 tbsp lemon juice (freshly squeezed)
- 3 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- 1 tsp dried oregano
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Place salmon fillets on the baking sheet; drizzle with olive oil and season with salt, pepper, and oregano.
- Bake for 12-15 minutes until the salmon flakes easily with a fork.
- While the salmon bakes, chop the mixed greens, cucumber, cherry tomatoes, and red onion in a large bowl.
- In a small bowl, whisk together olive oil and lemon juice; season with salt and pepper.
- Once the salmon is cooked, let it cool slightly before flaking over the salad. Drizzle with dressing and toss gently.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 salad (approximately 300g)
- Calories: 380
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 500mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 17g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 85mg