Best 8 Salmon Avocado Salad Recipes

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Welcome to the world of culinary delight, where flavors dance and ingredients harmonize to create a symphony of taste. Join us on a journey to discover the art of crafting the perfect salmon avocado salad. This dish tantalizes the senses with its combination of rich, buttery salmon, creamy avocado, and a symphony of textures and flavors. Whether you're a seasoned chef or just starting your culinary adventure, our comprehensive guide will lead you through the steps of creating this delectable salad. Along the way, we'll explore variations that cater to diverse tastes and dietary preferences, ensuring that everyone can savor the joys of this culinary masterpiece.

Here are our top 8 tried and tested recipes!

SOY-GLAZED SALMON WITH CUCUMBER-AVOCADO SALAD



Soy-Glazed Salmon With Cucumber-Avocado Salad image

Provided by Food Network Kitchen

Time 25m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 tablespoon honey
2 1/2 teaspoons low-sodium soy sauce
1/2 teaspoon cornstarch
4 6-ounce skinless center-cut salmon fillets
1 teaspoon sesame oil
Kosher salt
2 tablespoons rice vinegar (not seasoned)
1 tablespoon mayonnaise
1 medium English cucumber, quartered lengthwise and sliced
3 scallions, thinly sliced
1 avocado, halved, seeded and chopped
Jarred pickled ginger, for serving (optional)

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F. Mix the honey, 2 teaspoons soy sauce and the cornstarch in a small microwave-safe bowl. Microwave until just simmering, 30 to 40 seconds.
  • Rub the fish fillets all over with 1/2 teaspoon sesame oil and season lightly with salt. Place the fish in a baking dish and bake 5 minutes. Remove from the oven and brush with the honey-soy sauce mixture. Return the fish to the oven and continue baking until just cooked through, 7 to 9 more minutes.
  • Meanwhile, whisk the rice vinegar, mayonnaise and the remaining 1/2 teaspoon each soy sauce and sesame oil in a large bowl. Add the cucumber, scallions and 1/4 teaspoon salt and toss. Gently fold in the avocado. Serve the salmon with the salad and pickled ginger.
  • Per serving: Calories 385; Fat 18 g (Saturated 3 g); Cholesterol 98 mg; Sodium 498 mg; Carbohydrate 16 g; Fiber 5 g; Protein 39 g

GRAPEFRUIT, SALMON, AND AVOCADO SALAD



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A satisfying salad is all about a combination of textures: here, crisp greens, juicy citrus, silky salmon, and rich avocado.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Breakfast & Brunch Recipes

Time 35m

Number Of Ingredients 8

2 skinless wild-salmon fillets (each about 8 ounces, 1 inch thick)
Coarse salt and freshly ground black pepper
3 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
2 scallions, trimmed and thinly sliced
1 Ruby Red grapefruit, peel and pith removed, segmented
1 ripe avocado, pitted, peeled, and sliced
2 cups sunflower shoots, watercress leaves, or a combination of both
1 tablespoon fresh lime juice

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 375 degrees. Season salmon with salt and pepper. Place in a 9-inch baking dish. Drizzle with 1 tablespoon oil and sprinkle with half of scallions. Bake until salmon is partially opaque in center, 10 to 12 minutes. Transfer to a dish and let cool.
  • Break salmon into large pieces and divide among serving dishes. Top each with grapefruit, avocado, greens, and remaining scallions. Season with salt and pepper. Whisk remaining 2 tablespoons oil with lime juice and season with salt. Drizzle dressing over each salad.

SALMON & SPINACH SALAD WITH AVOCADO



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We eat a power salad packed with salmon and spinach at least once a week. It's a cinch to make, even after a hard day's work. -Jenny Dawson, Fond du Lac, Wisconsin

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 25m

Yield 2 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 10

2 salmon fillets (4 ounces each)
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon pepper
1 teaspoon canola oil
4 cups fresh baby spinach
2 tablespoons balsamic vinaigrette
1/2 medium ripe avocado, peeled and cubed
2 tablespoons dried cranberries
2 tablespoons sunflower kernels or pepitas (salted pumpkin seeds)
2 tablespoons chopped walnuts, toasted, optional

Steps:

  • Sprinkle salmon with salt and pepper. In a large nonstick skillet, heat oil over medium heat. Add fillets, skin side up; cook until fish just begins to flake easily with a fork, 4-5 minutes on each side., In a large bowl, toss spinach with vinaigrette; divide between 2 plates. Place salmon over spinach; top with remaining ingredients. Serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 386 calories, Fat 27g fat (4g saturated fat), Cholesterol 57mg cholesterol, Sodium 614mg sodium, Carbohydrate 15g carbohydrate (7g sugars, Fiber 5g fiber), Protein 23g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

POTATO LATKES WITH WATERCRESS, SMOKED SALMON, AND AVOCADO SALAD



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This new way with latkes is a delicious main course for brunch, too.

Provided by Selma Brown Morrow

Categories     Salad     Onion     Potato     Appetizer     Hanukkah     Low Cal     Salmon     Avocado     Winter     Healthy     Kosher     Watercress     Bon Appétit     Sugar Conscious     Pescatarian     Dairy Free     Peanut Free     Tree Nut Free     Soy Free

Yield Makes 8 servings

Number Of Ingredients 16

Latkes:
2 cups finely chopped onions, divided
1 large egg
1 1/4 teaspoons coarse kosher salt
1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
2 pounds russet potatoes, peeled, cut into 1-inch pieces
1 tablespoon all purpose flour
1 teaspoon baking powder
Vegetable oil (for frying)
Salad:
6 tablespoons olive oil
2 tablespoons Sherry wine vinegar
1/4 teaspoon dry mustard
2 large bunches watercress, thick stems trimmed (about 8 cups)
1 large avocado, pitted, peeled, diced
4 ounces thinly sliced smoked salmon, cut into strips

Steps:

  • For latkes:
  • Line colander with kitchen towel. Stir 1 1/2 cups onions, egg, salt, and pepper in large bowl. Place remaining 1/2 cup onions in processor; add potatoes. Blend until potatoes are very finely chopped and some of mixture is pureed; transfer to prepared colander. Wrap towel around potatoes, squeezing out as much liquid as possible. Scrape into bowl with egg mixture. Stir in all purpose flour and baking powder.
  • Heat 4 tablespoons vegetable oil in heavy large skillet over medium-high heat. Drop potato mixture by scant 1/4 cupfuls into skillet; flatten each latke to 2 1/2-inch round with metal spatula. Reduce heat to medium. Cook until golden, about 4 minutes per side. Transfer to large rimmed baking sheet. Repeat, adding more oil to skillet as needed. DO AHEAD: Latkes can be made 2 hours ahead. Let stand at room temperature.
  • Preheat oven to 425°F. Bake latkes until crisp and deep brown, about 6 minutes per side.
  • For salad:
  • Whisk oil, vinegar, and dry mustard in small bowl to blend. Season with salt and pepper. Combine watercress, avocado, and salmon in large bowl. Toss with enough dressing to coat.
  • Arrange 2 latkes on each plate. Mound salad alongside.
  • WHAT TO DRINK:
  • Bubbles. Louis Bouillot "Perle d'Aurore" Crémant de Bourgogne Rosé (France, $17) will taste great with the latkes and everything in the salad.

EASY SALMON AVOCADO SALAD



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I came up with this recipe as a substitute for bread. It's very easy and fresh in flavor.

Provided by Anonymous

Categories     Salad     Vegetable Salad Recipes     Avocado Salad Recipes

Time 10m

Yield 2

Number Of Ingredients 8

½ avocado, thinly sliced
¼ cucumber, thinly sliced
1 dash lemon juice
sea salt to taste
1 pinch dried dill weed, or more to taste
1 (7.5 ounce) can salmon, drained and flaked
1 teaspoon creamy salad dressing (such as Miracle Whip®)
2 teaspoons capers

Steps:

  • Layer avocado and cucumber on a serving plate; top with lemon juice, salt, and dill.
  • Mix salmon and creamy salad dressing together in a bowl; spoon over avocado and cucumber. Sprinkle capers over salmon mixture.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 272.5 calories, Carbohydrate 6.5 g, Cholesterol 47.7 mg, Fat 15.9 g, Fiber 3.7 g, Protein 26.3 g, SaturatedFat 2.8 g, Sodium 654.5 mg, Sugar 1.3 g

SOY GLAZED SALMON WITH CUCUMBER AVOCADO SALAD



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Another delicious recipe from Food Network Magazine July/Aug. 2012 edition. The recipe called for 4 salmon filets, but I only did 2 and still made the salad as is, to make a more substantial meal for my husband and I. Of course you can always make 4 portions if you like.

Provided by Lori Mama

Categories     Chinese

Time 30m

Yield 2 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 tablespoon honey
2 1/2 teaspoons low sodium soy sauce
1/2 teaspoon cornstarch
2 -6 ounces salmon fillets
1 teaspoon sesame oil
salt
2 tablespoons rice vinegar
1 tablespoon mayonnaise
1/4 teaspoon salt
1 medium English cucumber, cut in half lengthwise, seeds removed, halved again and sliced
3 green onions, sliced thinly
1 avocado, seeded and chopped

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 400.
  • Rub fish all over with 1/2 tsp of the sesame oil and season lightly with salt.
  • Place in oven and bake 5 minutes.
  • In a small microwavable bowl, combine the honey, 2 tsp soy sauce and the cornstarch.
  • Microwave on high for 30 seconds.
  • Baste the filets with the honey soy mixture and return to the oven to continue baking for another 9 minutes.
  • In a large bowl, mix together the vinegar, mayo, the remaining 1/2 tsp sesame oil, soy sauce and 1/4 teaspoons salt.
  • Toss with the cucumber and gently fold in the avocado.
  • Serve with the fish.

SALMON AVOCADO SALAD



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Quick and easy salad that eats like a meal. Jalapeno and cilantro can be added for a Southwest flair. Any meat can be substituted for the salmon.

Provided by Dena G.

Categories     Salad     Vegetable Salad Recipes     Avocado Salad Recipes

Time 35m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 12

2 (6 ounce) fillets salmon
¼ cup butter, melted and divided
salt and pepper to taste
4 ounces fresh mushrooms, sliced
12 grape tomatoes, halved
2 tablespoons olive oil, divided
8 ounces leaf lettuce, torn into bite-size pieces
1 avocado - peeled, pitted, and cubed
5 sprigs fresh cilantro, chopped
1 fresh jalapeno pepper, chopped
2 tablespoons distilled white vinegar
1 ounce feta cheese, crumbled

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven broiler. Line a baking sheet with aluminum foil. Place the salmon on the foil, and brush with 2 tablespoons melted butter. Season with salt and pepper. Broil 15 minutes, until fish is easily flaked with a fork.
  • Melt the remaining butter in a skillet over medium heat, and saute the mushrooms until tender.
  • Place the tomatoes in a bowl, and drizzle with 1 tablespoon olive oil. Season with salt and pepper.
  • In a large bowl, toss together the salmon, mushrooms, tomatoes, lettuce, avocado, cilantro, and jalapeno. Drizzle with remaining olive oil and the vinegar. Season with salt and pepper, and sprinkle with feta cheese to serve.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 422.7 calories, Carbohydrate 9.8 g, Cholesterol 78.1 mg, Fat 35.6 g, Fiber 5.1 g, Protein 18.8 g, SaturatedFat 12 g, Sodium 227.8 mg, Sugar 1.7 g

SMOKED SALMON-AVOCADO SUSHI SALAD



Smoked Salmon-Avocado Sushi Salad image

Achieving spectacular results is surprisingly simple when you try your hand at this Asian specialty.

Provided by Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Entree

Time 1h

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 1/4 cups water
1 cup uncooked sushi rice
1/4 cup seasoned rice vinegar
2 tablespoons less-sodium soy sauce
1 1/2 teaspoons seasoned rice vinegar
1/4 to 1/2 teaspoon wasabi paste
2 tablespoons sesame seed, toasted*
1 avocado, peeled and cut lengthwise into 16 slices
1 package (3 oz) thinly sliced salmon lox
4 teaspoons chopped pickled ginger slices (from 6-oz jar)

Steps:

  • In 2-quart saucepan, heat 1 1/4 cups water and the rice to boiling. Reduce heat to low; cover and simmer 10 to 15 minutes or until tender. Transfer to large bowl, tossing rice with chopsticks or 2 forks to cool slightly. Gradually add 1/4 cup vinegar to rice, tossing constantly. Cover bowl with damp towel; cool rice to room temperature.
  • In small bowl, mix dressing ingredients with wire whisk.
  • Dip hands into cold water; divide rice into 4 equal portions. Form each into oval-shaped patty about 3/4 inch thick. Roll edges in sesame seed. Place each patty on serving plate. Sprinkle top of each rice patty with 1 to 2 teaspoons dressing. Arrange 4 avocado slices over each. Top each with 1/4 of the sliced salmon and 1 teaspoon ginger slices. Serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 290, Carbohydrate 45 g, Cholesterol 0 mg, Fat 1 1/2, Fiber 3 g, Protein 9 g, SaturatedFat 1 1/2 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 480 mg, Sugar 6 g, TransFat 0 g

Tips:

  • Choose ripe avocados: Ripe avocados will be dark green or black in color and will yield to gentle pressure. Avoid avocados that are too hard or have brown spots.
  • Use high-quality salmon: Fresh salmon is best, but you can also use frozen salmon that has been thawed. Make sure the salmon is cooked through before adding it to the salad.
  • Chop the vegetables evenly: This will help ensure that they cook evenly. You can use a food processor to chop the vegetables if you want to save time.
  • Don't overcook the vegetables: The vegetables should be tender-crisp, not mushy. Cook them for just a few minutes until they are bright and colorful.
  • Use a light dressing: A light dressing will help to keep the salad healthy and flavorful. You can use a simple vinaigrette or a creamy dressing made with Greek yogurt or avocado.
  • Serve the salad immediately: The salad is best served immediately after it is made. The avocado will start to brown quickly, so don't let it sit for too long before serving.

Conclusion:

Salmon avocado salad is a healthy and delicious salad that is perfect for a light lunch or dinner. It is packed with protein, healthy fats, and vitamins and minerals. The combination of salmon, avocado, and vegetables makes for a flavorful and satisfying salad that is sure to please everyone at the table.

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