Quick Canned Salmon Salad
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Make this simple, protein-rich salmon salad using canned salmon for a fast and easy meal filling.
- Author: Ahazzam
- Prep Time: 10 min
- Cook Time: 0 min
- Total Time: 10 min
- Yield: 2 servings
- Category: Lunch
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Low Fat
- 1 (7.5 ounce) can salmon, drained and skin/bones removed
- 1/4 cup mayonnaise or Greek yogurt
- 1 stalk celery, finely chopped
- 2 tablespoons red onion, finely minced
- 1 tablespoon fresh dill, chopped
- 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
- 1/2 teaspoon Dijon mustard
- Salt to taste
- Black pepper to taste
- Drain the canned salmon well. Place the salmon in a medium bowl and flake it apart using a fork until mostly smooth.
- Add the mayonnaise (or yogurt), chopped celery, minced red onion, fresh dill, lemon juice, and Dijon mustard to the bowl.
- Mix all ingredients together until just combined. Do not overmix.
- Season the salad with salt and pepper to your preference.
- Serve immediately or chill for 30 minutes to allow flavors to blend.
Notes
- For a lower-fat option, substitute all mayonnaise with plain Greek yogurt.
- Serve this salad on toasted bread for sandwiches, in lettuce cups for a low-carb option, or over mixed greens.
- If you prefer a zestier flavor, add 1/4 teaspoon of lemon zest.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/2 cup
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 1
- Sodium: 350
- Fat: 18
- Saturated Fat: 3
- Unsaturated Fat: 15
- Trans Fat: 0
- Carbohydrates: 3
- Fiber: 1
- Protein: 25
- Cholesterol: 90