American · Lunch

Salmon Salad with Dill and Cucumber

Flaked canned salmon folded into Greek yogurt with cucumber, red onion, radish and dill, served over salad leaves. Two servings in 15 minutes.

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Salmon Salad with Dill and Cucumber, an American lunch recipe — weight loss friendly salmon salad

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Salmon Salad with Dill and Cucumber, Step by Step

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  1. Drain the salmon well and tip it into a bowl. Flake it with a fork, mashing in any soft bones and leaving some larger pieces.

  2. Stir the yogurt, lemon juice, mustard, dill and pepper together in a small bowl.

  3. Fold the yogurt mixture, cucumber, onion and radishes into the salmon, taking care not to break it up too much. Taste and adjust the lemon.

  4. Divide the salad leaves between two plates and top with the salmon salad.

Tips for Making Salmon Salad with Dill and Cucumber

  • Drain the salmon thoroughly; any extra liquid thins the dressing.
  • If you dislike the bones, pick them out with a fork before flaking.
  • Salt is rarely needed since canned salmon is already seasoned; taste first.

What to Serve with Salmon Salad with Dill and Cucumber

  • Crispbread
  • Lemon wedges
  • Cherry tomatoes

Storing & Reheating Salmon Salad with Dill and Cucumber

Keeps in the fridge for up to 2 days, covered.

Questions About Salmon Salad with Dill and Cucumber

How long does Salmon Salad with Dill and Cucumber take to make?

About 15 minutes in total — 15 minutes of preparation and of cooking. The recipe serves 2.

What are the key tips for making Salmon Salad with Dill and Cucumber?

Drain the salmon thoroughly; any extra liquid thins the dressing. If you dislike the bones, pick them out with a fork before flaking. Salt is rarely needed since canned salmon is already seasoned; taste first.

What should I serve with Salmon Salad with Dill and Cucumber?

Crispbread; Lemon wedges; Cherry tomatoes.

How should Salmon Salad with Dill and Cucumber be stored?

Keeps in the fridge for up to 2 days, covered.

Is Salmon Salad with Dill and Cucumber suitable for a special diet?

This recipe is gluten-free, weight-loss friendly, low-carb, keto and no added sugar. Those labels are checked against the ingredient list, so a dish is only marked when nothing in it contradicts the claim.

How many calories are in Salmon Salad with Dill and Cucumber?

About 296 kcal per serving, with 29 g protein, 9 g carbohydrate and 16 g fat. The figures are calculated from the ingredient list and are an estimate.

Salmon Salad with Dill and Cucumber Nutrition

Per serving, calculated from the ingredient list. Treat these as an estimate — brands and cuts vary.

296Calories
29gProtein
9gCarbs
16gFat
2gFibre
5gSugar
130mgSodium

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