Flaky Salmon Salad (Print Version)
# Ingredients:
→ For the Salmon
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1 ¼ pounds salmon filet
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½ tablespoon olive oil
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1 teaspoon smoked paprika
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kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
→ For the Dressing
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⅓ cup mayonnaise
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½ lemon zested and juiced (about ½ tablespoon of zest and 1 ½ tablespoons juice)
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2 teaspoons Dijon mustard
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1 garlic clove, minced
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kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
→ For the Salad
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½ small red onion, finely diced
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3 large radishes, grated
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2 stalks celery, small diced
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2 tablespoons finely chopped fresh dill
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2 tablespoons finely chopped fresh chives
→ For Serving (Optional)
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Butter lettuce leaves
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Bread or wraps for sandwiches
# Instructions:
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Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper and place the salmon on top. Drizzle the salmon with olive oil and season with smoked paprika, salt, and pepper.
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Bake the salmon for 16 to 18 minutes (depending on size and thickness), or until it flakes easily with a fork. Let it cool to room temperature, then flake the salmon into chunks and place in a bowl. Chill the flaked salmon for 5 to 10 minutes in the fridge.
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Top the flaked salmon with the onion, radish, celery, dill, and chives.
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In a separate small bowl make the dressing. Stir together the mayonnaise, lemon zest and juice, mustard, garlic, salt, and pepper.
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Pour the dressing on top of the salad, and gently stir to combine.
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Serve the salmon salad chilled straight out of the bowl, on butter lettuce leaves, or as a sandwich or wrap.
# Notes:
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You can bake the salmon in a baking dish or on a regular half sheet pan, but quarter sheet pans are the perfect size for baking whole fish filets.
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For a lighter version, substitute some or all of the mayonnaise with Greek yogurt.
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This salad keeps well in the refrigerator for up to 3 days in an airtight container.
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For extra flavor, you can add capers, chopped pickles, or a splash of hot sauce to the dressing.
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Wild-caught salmon is preferable for the best flavor and nutritional profile.