Best 3 Chopped Salmon Salad Recipes

Chopped salmon salad is a refreshing, light and delectable dish perfect for any occasion. With its vibrant colors, crisp textures and savory flavor combinations, this salad is sure to tantalize your taste buds. Whether you're looking for a healthy lunch option, a delightful side dish or an elegant appetizer, chopped salmon salad fits the bill.

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CHOPPED SALMON SALAD

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If you've got leftovers from last night's salmon dinner, use them for today's lunch. Serve with whole-grain crackers and your favorite on-the-go vegetables, such as carrot sticks, radishes, broccoli florets, and lettuce cups.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories Food & Cooking Ingredients Seafood Recipes Salmon Recipes

Number Of Ingredients 6

Ingredients

2 cooked fillets reserved from Seared Salmon Fillets with Bulgur
1 tablespoon whole-grain mustard
4 teaspoons mayonnaise
1 tablespoon capers (optional), rinsed, drained, and coarsely chopped
2 tablespoons finely chopped red onion
1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice

Steps:

In a medium bowl, stir together chopped salmon, mustard, mayonnaise, capers, onion, and lemon juice, and serve.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 130 g, Fat 7 g, Protein 13 g

BALSAMIC-SALMON SPINACH SALAD

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This spinach salad is really healthy and super fast. It's an absolute cinch to make after a long workday. -Karen Schlyter, Calgary, Alberta

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories Lunch

Time 20m

Yield 2 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 7

Ingredients

1 salmon fillet (6 ounces)
2 tablespoons balsamic vinaigrette, divided
3 cups fresh baby spinach
1/4 cup cubed avocado
1 tablespoon chopped walnuts, toasted
1 tablespoon sunflower kernels, toasted
1 tablespoon dried cranberries

Steps:

Drizzle salmon with 1 tablespoon vinaigrette. Place on a broiler pan coated with cooking spray. Broil 3-4 in. from the heat for 10-15 minutes or until fish flakes easily with a fork. Cut salmon into 2 pieces., Meanwhile, in a large bowl, toss spinach with remaining vinaigrette. Divide between 2 plates. Top with the salmon, avocado, walnuts, sunflower kernels and cranberries.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 265 calories, Fat 18g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 43mg cholesterol, Sodium 261mg sodium, Carbohydrate 10g carbohydrate (4g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 18g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

SMOKED SALMON CHOPPED SALAD

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Found this recipe online, from a 1999 BH&G magazine. Sounds like it has potential, so I'm posting it here to keep track of it. I may post some changes once I've actually made it. I'm guessing the smoked salmon in the recipe refers to hot-smoked salmon like alder-smoked salmon, not cold-smoked like lox or nova.

Provided by Halcyon Eve

Categories Peppers

Time 35m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 13

Ingredients

2 tablespoons olive oil
2 teaspoons lemon zest
2 tablespoons lemon juice
1/2 teaspoon sugar
1/4 teaspoon salt
3 dashes bottled hot pepper sauce (to taste)
3/4 cup flaked smoked salmon
1/4 cup thinly sliced green onion
1/2 cup chopped yellow sweet pepper
1 1/3 cups chopped seeded tomatoes
1/4 cup chopped red onion
1 medium cucumber, coarsely chopped (about 2 cups)
2 teaspoons small capers, drained

Steps:

To make dressing: combine olive oil, lemon zest, lemon juice, sugar, salt, and pepper sauce in a jar. Allow to sit at room temperature for 30 minutes before using. Shake well before use.
Spray four 6-ounce cups or ramekins with nonstick spray.
Equally divide and layer ingredients in each cup in the following order: salmon, green onion, yellow pepper, tomatoes, onion, and cucumber.
Cover tops with plastic wrap and firmly press mixture into cups with a can slightly smaller than diameter of cup to press ingredients together.
Turn salads out onto individual plates lined with lettuce leaves or other greens (if desired). Carefully remove cups.
Sprinkle salads with capers. Drizzle dressing over salads and serve.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 127.6, Fat 8.1, SaturatedFat 1.2, Cholesterol 5.9, Sodium 400, Carbohydrate 9.2, Fiber 1.8, Sugar 4.2, Protein 6.2

Tips:

Choose fresh, high-quality ingredients: The quality of your ingredients will directly impact the flavor of your salad.
Use a sharp knife to cut the salmon: This will help prevent the fish from shredding.
Don't overcook the salmon: Cook the salmon just until it is opaque in the center. Overcooked salmon will be dry and tough.
Use a variety of vegetables in your salad: This will add flavor, color, and texture.
Don't be afraid to experiment with different dressings: There are many delicious dressings that can be used on a chopped salmon salad. Experiment until you find one that you love.

Conclusion:

Chopped salmon salad is a delicious and healthy meal that can be enjoyed for lunch or dinner. It is easy to make and can be tailored to your own preferences. So next time you are looking for a quick and easy meal, give chopped salmon salad a try.