Perfectly seared salmon fillets with cucumber, tomatoes, bell pepper, onion, olives, lettuce, and avocado tossed in an incredible garlic lemon dressing. Refreshing and beautiful, flavor-packed and oh-so-healthy. And it's easy to make; the perfect hassle-free lunch or dinner.
4cups (188g) Romaine lettuce leaves,washed and dried
1cup (119g) cucumber,quartered
2cups (400g) cherry tomatoes,halved
1 red onion,sliced
½cup (75g) red bell pepper,sliced
⅓cup (60g) black olives,halved
1 avocado,sliced
lemon wedges,for garnish
Instructions
In a small bowl, Whisk together all of the salad dressing ingredients: olive oil, lemon juice, vinegar, mustard, dill, garlic, onion powder,Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper. Set aside in the refrigerator.
Season salmon with salt and pepper, and heat 1 tablespoon of oil in a skillet or grill pan over medium-high heat. Sear salmon on both sides until crispy and cooked to your liking.
While the salmon is cooking, prepare the salad ingredients and mix them in a plate or bowl.
Arrange salmon over salad, and drizzle with the salad dressing. Serve with avocado and lemon wedges.
Notes
Make the dressing ahead: Salad dressing can be made a few days ahead and stored in the refrigerator. Bring to room temperature before using.
Make it colorful: Use different colors of bell peppers if you want a more Instagram-worthy plating.
Mix and Match: Don’t be afraid to mix and match other meats, such as chicken, tuna, or shrimp, with this dish. You’ll never know what’ll surprise you.
Please keep in mind that nutritional information is a rough estimate and can vary greatly based on the products used.