Description
Discover the vibrant flavors of Salmon Quinoa Salad, a nutritious dish that’s perfect for any occasion. This protein-packed salad combines hearty quinoa with fresh vegetables and savory canned salmon, making it an ideal choice for quick lunches, healthy dinners, or meal prep. The zesty lemon shallot dressing adds a delightful kick, ensuring each bite is bursting with flavor. Easy to prepare and versatile, this salad can be enjoyed warm or chilled, making it a refreshing option year-round.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup dry quinoa
- 1 medium cucumber
- 1 bell pepper
- ½ cup chopped parsley
- ½ cup chopped mint
- 2 cans (6 ounces each) skinless boneless salmon
- ¼ cup extra virgin olive oil
- ¼ cup lemon juice
- 1 small shallot
- Feta cheese (optional)
Instructions
- Rinse quinoa under cold water. In a medium saucepan, combine quinoa and 2 cups water. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 10-15 minutes until water is absorbed. Fluff with a fork.
- Dice cucumber and bell pepper; chop parsley and mint. Drain salmon and crumble feta if using.
- In a mixing bowl, whisk together diced shallot, olive oil, lemon juice, minced garlic, salt, and pepper.
- In a large bowl, mix cooked quinoa with vegetables, herbs, salmon, and feta. Pour dressing over salad and mix gently to combine.
- Chill in the refrigerator for at least one hour before serving for enhanced flavors.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: Cooking
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 400mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 50mg