Description
Indulge in a vibrant culinary experience with the Grilled Salmon & Avocado Salad with Cranberries and Feta. This fresh and hearty dish seamlessly blends tender grilled salmon, creamy avocado, sweet dried cranberries, and tangy feta cheese atop a crisp bed of greens. Not only is it packed with flavors, but it also delivers essential nutrients, making it an ideal choice for a light lunch or dinner. With its beautiful presentation and quick preparation time, this salad is perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 salmon fillet (about 150g)
- 2 cups chopped romaine or mixed greens
- 1 avocado, diced
- 2 tbsp dried cranberries
- 1 cup diced tomatoes
- 1 cup thinly sliced red onion
- 2 tbsp crumbled feta cheese
- 1 tsp olive oil
- 1 tsp dried dill or parsley
- Salt & pepper, to taste
- Dressing: 2 tbsp olive oil, 1 tbsp balsamic vinegar (or lemon juice), 1 tsp Dijon mustard, Salt & pepper, to taste
Instructions
- Cook the Salmon: Season the salmon fillet with olive oil, dried dill, salt, and pepper. Grill or pan-sear over medium heat for about 4-5 minutes on each side until cooked through. Let it rest before flaking into chunks.
- Prepare the Salad Base: In a large bowl, combine chopped greens, diced avocado, cranberries, tomatoes, red onion, feta cheese, and optional walnuts.
- Make the Dressing: Whisk together olive oil, balsamic vinegar (or lemon juice), Dijon mustard, salt, and pepper until well blended.
- Assemble: Place salad on plates; top with flaked salmon chunks and drizzle with dressing.
- Serve Fresh: Enjoy immediately to savor the warm salmon and creamy avocado.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: Grilling/Pan-searing
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 salad (approximately 350g)
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 540mg
- Fat: 26g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 22g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 9g
- Protein: 27g
- Cholesterol: 75mg
Keywords: Use ripe avocados for the best creaminess. Customize your salad by adding nuts or seeds for extra crunch. For meal prep, keep the dressing separate until ready to serve.