Description
A quick and nutritious Salmon Salad made with creamy mayonnaise, zesty lemon, and tender salmon, perfect for busy weeknights or a light lunch.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cans of salmon, drained
- 1/4 cup mayonnaise
- 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/4 cup chopped celery
- 1/4 cup red onion, diced
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Mixed greens or lettuce for serving
Instructions
- In a medium bowl, combine the drained salmon, mayonnaise, Dijon mustard, lemon juice, garlic powder, chopped celery, and diced red onion.
- Mix well until all ingredients are combined, creating a delightful, creamy mixture that’s full of flavor.
- Season your salad with salt and pepper to taste, adjusting to your preference for flavor.
- To serve, lay a generous bed of mixed greens or lettuce on a plate and spoon the salmon mixture over the top.
Notes
For a lighter option, substitute Greek yogurt for mayonnaise. Add some spice with red pepper flakes or diced jalapeños. Serve in avocado halves for a fun twist.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 350mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 5g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 50mg