Description
Grilled Salmon with Fresh Cucumber & Tomato Salad is a vibrant dish that perfectly marries the rich flavors of salmon with the refreshing crunch of fresh vegetables. This quick and healthy recipe is ideal for summer meals, family gatherings, or meal prep. The salad, dressed in zesty olive oil and lemon juice, enhances the salmon’s natural flavors, making this dish both delightful and satisfying. With just 16 minutes from preparation to plating, you can enjoy a nutritious meal that looks as good as it tastes.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 salmon fillet (about 150g)
- Salt & pepper (to taste)
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes (halved)
- 1 cup cucumber (sliced)
- 2 tbsp red onion (thinly sliced)
- 1 tbsp fresh parsley (chopped)
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tbsp lemon juice
Instructions
- Season the salmon fillet with salt and pepper.
- Heat a non-stick skillet over medium-high heat with olive oil. Cook the salmon for 3-4 minutes per side until golden brown and cooked to your liking.
- In a mixing bowl, combine cherry tomatoes, cucumber slices, red onion, and parsley. Drizzle with olive oil and lemon juice; season with salt and pepper before tossing gently.
- Serve the grilled salmon alongside the fresh salad for a colorful presentation.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 6 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 16g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 65mg