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Grilled Salmon Salad with Creamy Cilantro Lime Dressing

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Grilled Salmon Salad with Creamy Cilantro Lime Dressing is a vibrant and healthy dish that perfectly balances the richness of grilled salmon with the freshness of crisp salad greens and a zesty dressing. This salad is a celebration of bright flavors and textures, combining flaky, perfectly grilled salmon with a medley of colorful vegetables, all tossed in a creamy, tangy cilantro-lime dressing. It’s an ideal choice for a light yet satisfying lunch or dinner, especially during warmer months when you crave something refreshing and flavorful.

Ingredients

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Gather these ingredients to make your Grilled Salmon Salad with Creamy Cilantro Lime Dressing:

  • 4 salmon fillets (6–8 ounces each), skin on or off

  • 1 tablespoon olive oil

  • Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste

  • 8 cups mixed salad greens (such as romaine, spinach, or spring mix)

  • 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved

  • 1 cucumber, sliced

  • 1 avocado, diced

  • ½ red onion, thinly sliced

  • ½ cup crumbled feta cheese (optional)

For the Creamy Cilantro Lime Dressing:

  • ½ cup mayonnaise

  • ¼ cup plain Greek yogurt

  • ¼ cup fresh cilantro, chopped

  • 2 tablespoons lime juice

  • 1 clove garlic, minced

  • 1 tablespoon olive oil

  • ½ teaspoon honey

  • Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste

Instructions

Prepare the Salmon:

  1. Season the Salmon: Pat the salmon fillets dry with paper towels. Brush with olive oil and season generously with salt and freshly ground black pepper.

  2. Preheat the Grill: Preheat your grill to medium-high heat.

Grill the Salmon:

  1. Grill the Salmon: Place the salmon fillets on the preheated grill, skin side down (if using skin-on fillets). Grill for 4-6 minutes per side, or until the salmon is cooked through and flakes easily with a fork.

  2. Rest the Salmon: Remove the salmon from the grill and let it rest for a few minutes.

Prepare the Creamy Cilantro Lime Dressing:

  1. Combine Dressing Ingredients: In a medium bowl, whisk together the mayonnaise, Greek yogurt, cilantro, lime juice, garlic, olive oil, honey, salt, and pepper until smooth and creamy.

  2. Adjust Seasoning: Taste the dressing and adjust seasoning with salt and pepper, if needed.

Assemble the Salad:

  1. Combine Salad Ingredients: In a large bowl, combine the mixed salad greens, cherry tomatoes, cucumber, avocado, and red onion.

  2. Flake the Salmon: Flake the grilled salmon into bite-sized pieces.

  3. Add Salmon to Salad: Add the flaked salmon to the salad bowl.

  4. Add Feta Cheese (Optional): Sprinkle crumbled feta cheese over the salad, if desired.

Dress and Serve:

  1. Dress the Salad: Pour the creamy cilantro lime dressing over the salad and toss gently to combine.

  2. Serve Immediately: Serve the Grilled Salmon Salad with Creamy Cilantro Lime Dressing immediately.

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