Grilled salmon and avocado salad with zesty cilantro lime dressing
Indulge in the delightful flavors of a Grilled Salmon and Avocado Salad, complemented by a zesty Spicy Cumin Lime Cilantro Dressing. This easy-to-follow recipe combines the richness of grilled salmon, the creaminess of avocado, and the freshness of various salad greens, creating a healthy and delicious meal.
Ingredients for the salad (2 servings) :
- Around 8-10 cups of lettuce or your preferred salad greens
- 1 large avocado, sliced
- 1/4 red onion, finely sliced
- Cucumber, sliced
- Cherry tomatoes, Sliced
- Fresh cilantro leaves, chopped
Ingredients for the grilled salmon:
- 2 salmon fillets
- 1 tsp ground coriander
- 1 tsp ground cumin
- 1 tsp paprika powder
- 1 tsp onion powder
- 1 tsp black pepper
- 1 tsp salt
Ingredient for the spicy cilantro dressing:
- Juice of 2 limes
- 2 tbsp of olive oil
- 1 diced hot pepper (for a non-spicy variation, use a small, sweet pepper)
- 1 tsp ground cumin (adjust to taste)
- 2 tbsp finely chopped cilantro
- Salt to taste
Method:
For the grilled (or airfried) salmon:
- Rub salmon fillets with the spice mix (salt, coriander, cumin, paprika, onion powder, and black pepper).
- Grill to your preferred doneness.
For the spicy Lime cilantro dressing:
- In a jar, combine lime juice, olive oil, diced hot pepper (or sweet pepper), ground cumin, chopped cilantro, and salt.
- Close the jar and shake well.
Assembling the Salad:
- In a salad bowl, place the vegetables and top the salad with grilled salmon. Drizzle the dressing over the salad.
- Serve immediately.
Dietitians Tip:
For those watching their caloric intake, you can reduce the amount of olive oil in the dressing and opt for a lighter drizzle. Additionally, using grilled chicken or tofu instead of salmon makes it a wonderful option for a plant-based variation.
Nutritional value per serving:
Energy(Kcal): 515
Fats: 27g
Carbohydrates: 24g
Protein: 47g
Eleana Liasidou
Clinical Dietitian Nutritionist, BSc, MSc