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Ultimate Easy Salmon Salad (Canned or Fresh)

A perfectly molded portion of creamy salmon salad mixed with red onion and herbs, garnished with fresh dill.
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Make a versatile and protein-packed salmon salad using either canned or freshly cooked salmon. This recipe works perfectly as a sandwich filling, a quick lunch, or a healthy meal prep component.

Ingredients

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  • 1 (14.75 ounce) can wild salmon, drained and skin/bones removed OR 1.5 cups cooked, flaked salmon
  • 1/4 cup mayonnaise (or Greek yogurt for lighter version)
  • 2 tablespoons finely chopped celery
  • 1 tablespoon finely chopped red onion
  • 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
  • 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
  • 1 tablespoon fresh dill, chopped
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
  • Pinch of salt
  • Optional additions: 1/4 cup sweet pickle relish or 1/2 avocado, mashed

Instructions

  1. If using canned salmon, drain it well and transfer it to a medium bowl. Remove any remaining skin or bones. Flake the salmon thoroughly with a fork.
  2. If using fresh salmon, cook it until done (bake, grill, or pan-fry), let it cool slightly, and then flake it into a medium bowl.
  3. Add the mayonnaise (or yogurt), celery, red onion, lemon juice, Dijon mustard, dill, pepper, and salt to the bowl with the flaked salmon.
  4. Mix all ingredients gently until just combined. Do not overmix; you want some texture remaining.
  5. Stir in any optional additions like relish or mashed avocado now.
  6. Taste the salmon salad and adjust seasoning, adding more lemon juice or salt as needed.
  7. Serve immediately on bread or lettuce cups, or cover and chill for at least 30 minutes to allow flavors to meld. This is a great recipe for meal prep.

Notes

  • For a low carb salmon salad bowl, serve this mixture over a bed of mixed greens with sliced cucumber and tomatoes.
  • To make this keto salmon salad recipe compliant, use mayonnaise made with avocado oil.
  • For a paleo salmon salad, substitute the mayonnaise with a dairy-free alternative or mashed avocado.
  • This recipe takes about five minutes to assemble when using canned salmon.

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