Salmon and Cucumber Salad

Name: Salmon and Cucumber Salad
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 8 min
Total time: 23 min
Yield: 2 servings
Cuisine: British
Ingredients: 1 lb salmon fillets; 1 tbsp olive oil; 1 English cucumber, thinly sliced; 1/2 cup red onion, thinly sliced; 2 tbsp fresh dill, chopped; 2 tbsp lemon juice; 1 tsp Dijon mustard; 1/2 tsp salt; 1/4 tsp black pepper, cracked

Pan-seared salmon flaked over crisp cucumbers and red onion in a bright lemon dill dressing. A light and refreshing salad full of clean flavor.

23 minEasyServes 2380 cal/serving

BritishSaladStovetopPescatarianHigh ProteinLow CarbHalal-friendlyGluten-FreeNut-FreeEgg-FreeShellfish-FreeDairy-FreePork-FreeAlcohol-FreeCorn-Free

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Ingredients

1 lb salmon fillets
1 tbsp olive oil
1 English cucumber, thinly sliced
1/2 cup red onion, thinly sliced
2 tbsp fresh dill, chopped
2 tbsp lemon juice
1 tsp Dijon mustard
1/2 tsp salt
1/4 tsp black pepper, cracked

Instructions

1

Heat 1 tbsp olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat.
2

Season 1 lb salmon fillets with half of the 1/2 tsp salt and 1/4 tsp cracked black pepper, then sear for 3 to 4 minutes per side until internal temperature reaches 145°F.
3

Remove salmon from heat and flake into bite-sized pieces.
4

In a large bowl, whisk together 2 tbsp lemon juice, 1 tsp Dijon mustard, remaining 1/2 tsp salt, and remaining 1/4 tsp cracked black pepper to form a dressing.
5

Toss 1 thinly sliced English cucumber, 1/2 cup thinly sliced red onion, and 2 tbsp chopped fresh dill in the dressing, then gently fold in flaked salmon fillets and serve.

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Questions

What internal temperature should Salmon and Cucumber Salad reach?

For Salmon and Cucumber Salad, the target internal temperature is 145 F (about 65 C), given in step 2. A probe thermometer removes the guesswork.

Why fold instead of stir in Salmon and Cucumber Salad?

Folding keeps the air you just beat in. Stirring at step 5 would knock it out and the result would come out dense.

What can I use instead of Dijon mustard in Salmon and Cucumber Salad?

The entry for Salmon and Cucumber Salad calls for 1 tsp Dijon mustard. In its place: Whole-grain or yellow mustard with a few drops of white wine vinegar. Yellow is milder, so use a little more.

Can I use another fish instead of salmon in Salmon and Cucumber Salad?

Arctic char or steelhead trout cooks the same way. Thinner fillets need a minute or two less, so go by thickness rather than the clock. As written, the entry for Salmon and Cucumber Salad uses 1 lb salmon fillets.

Is Salmon and Cucumber Salad low-carb?

A serving of Salmon and Cucumber Salad carries 6 g of carbohydrate, 2 g of it fiber. Against a strict 20 g keto day that is 30 percent of the budget; against a moderate 100 g low-carb day it is 6 percent.

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