Smoked salmon, cucumber and greens salad

Refreshing Smoked Salmon and Cucumber Greens Salad: A delightful blend of creamy avocado, crisp cucumbers, mixed greens, and smoky salmon topped with a tangy soy-mirin dressing. Perfect for a light, nutritious meal.

  • 25 Mar 2025
  • Cook time 5 min
  • Prep time 20 min
  • 8 Servings
  • 10 Ingredients

Smoked salmon, cucumber and greens salad

This Smoked Salmon, Cucumber, and Greens Salad is a delightful and refreshing dish that combines the rich and smoky flavors of salmon with the crisp and cool textures of cucumber and mixed greens. The dressing, featuring soy sauce, mirin, brown sugar, and sesame oil, adds a perfect balance of sweetness and umami, making this salad not only delicious but also a healthy option for lunch or dinner.

Ingredients:

1 avocado
200g
1/2 lime
36g
3 cups mixed greens (or salad mix)
210g
2 cucumbers
800g
1 lb salmon
450g
1 cup scallions
50g
1/4 cup soy sauce
60g
1/3 cup mirin
72g
2 tsp brown sugar
6g
1 tsp sesame oil
5g

Instructions:

1. Prepare the Dressing:
- In a small mixing bowl, combine 1/4 cup soy sauce, 1/3 cup mirin, 2 tsp brown sugar, and 1 tsp sesame oil.
- Whisk the ingredients together until the brown sugar is fully dissolved. Set the dressing aside.
2. Prepare the Vegetables:
- Cucumbers: Peel the cucumbers if desired and slice them into thin rounds or half-moons.
- Scallions: Thinly slice the scallions.
- Avocado: Cut the avocado in half, remove the pit, and scoop the flesh out with a spoon. Dice the avocado into bite-sized pieces.
- Lime: Cut the lime into wedges. Use one wedge to squeeze lime juice over the diced avocado to prevent browning.
3. Assemble the Salad:
- In a large salad bowl, combine 3 cups of mixed greens, sliced cucumbers, and sliced scallions.
- Add the diced avocado to the salad mixture.
- Tear or cut the smoked salmon into bite-sized pieces and add them to the salad.
4. Dress the Salad:
- Pour the prepared dressing over the salad. Toss gently to ensure all ingredients are well-coated with the dressing.
5. Serve:
- Serve the salad immediately, garnished with additional lime wedges if desired.

Tips:

- Choose high-quality smoked salmon.: Opt for fresh, high-quality smoked salmon from a reputable source to ensure the best flavor and texture for your salad.

- Prepare the dressing in advance.: Make the dressing ahead of time and let it chill in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes to allow the flavors to meld together.

- Keep the avocado from browning.: To prevent the avocado from browning, toss it in lime juice immediately after cutting. This not only adds flavor but also preserves its vibrant color.

- Add variety to your greens.: Feel free to mix different types of greens, such as spinach, arugula, and romaine, to add more texture and flavor diversity to your salad.

- Chill the salad before serving.: For a refreshing experience, consider chilling the salad in the refrigerator for a few minutes before serving, especially on a hot day.

With its harmonious blend of flavors and textures, this Smoked Salmon, Cucumber, and Greens Salad is a wonderfully satisfying meal. Whether you're preparing it for a quick lunch or a light dinner, it's sure to impress with its vibrant colors and fresh taste. Enjoy this nutritious and delicious salad as a standalone dish or pair it with your favorite sides for a complete meal.

Nutrition Facts
Serving Size240 grams
Energy
Calories 140kcal7%
Protein
Protein 13g9%
Carbohydrates
Carbohydrates 8g2%
Fiber 2.48g7%
Sugar 3.03g3%
Fat
Fat 7g8%
Saturated 1.12g4%
Cholesterol 27mg-
Vitamins
Vitamin A 27ug3%
Choline 63mg12%
Vitamin B1 0.10mg8%
Vitamin B2 0.14mg11%
Vitamin B3 5mg33%
Vitamin B6 0.47mg28%
Vitamin B9 33ug8%
Vitamin B12 2.35ug98%
Vitamin C 7mg8%
Vitamin E 0.79mg5%
Vitamin K 22ug18%
Minerals
Calcium, Ca 27mg2%
Copper, Cu 0.13mg15%
Iron, Fe 0.79mg7%
Magnesium, Mg 40mg10%
Phosphorus, P 200mg16%
Potassium, K 520mg15%
Selenium, Se 18ug33%
Sodium, Na 460mg31%
Zinc, Zn 0.66mg6%
Water
Water 170g-
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

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