Homemade Whitefish Salad Recipe

Name: Homemade Whitefish Salad
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 3/4 cup good-quality mayonnaise; 1/2 teaspoon finely grated lemon zest; 2 tablespoons freshly squeezed lemon juice; 2 pounds smoked whitefish, skinned, boned and flaked; 1 large stalk celery, finely diced; 1/2 small red onion, finely diced; Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper; Bagels, for serving; Pickled Red Onions, for serving, recipe follows; 1 cup red wine vinegar; 1/4 cup fresh lime juice; 3 tablespoons granulated sugar; 1 tablespoon kosher salt; 1/4 teaspoon coriander seeds; 1/4 teaspoon mustard seeds; 1/4 teaspoon black peppercorns; 1 medium red onion, halved and thinly sliced

Servings: persons

3/4 cup good-quality mayonnaise
1/2 teaspoon finely grated lemon zest
2 tablespoons freshly squeezed lemon juice
2 pounds smoked whitefish, skinned, boned and flaked
1 large stalk celery, finely diced
1/2 small red onion, finely diced
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
Bagels, for serving
Pickled Red Onions, for serving, recipe follows
1 cup red wine vinegar
1/4 cup fresh lime juice
3 tablespoons granulated sugar
1 tablespoon kosher salt
1/4 teaspoon coriander seeds
1/4 teaspoon mustard seeds
1/4 teaspoon black peppercorns
1 medium red onion, halved and thinly sliced

1
Whisk together the mayonnaise, lemon zest and juice until combined.
2
Add the whitefish, celery and onions, and gently mix until combined; season with salt and freshly ground black pepper.
3
Cover and refrigerate for at least 1 hour before serving.
4
Serve with bagels and Pickled Red Onions.
5
Combine the vinegar, lime juice, sugar, salt, coriander seeds, mustard seeds and peppercorns in a small saucepan over high heat.
6
Cook until the sugar and salt is dissolved.
7
Remove from the heat and let cool for 5 minutes.
8
Put the onions in a medium bowl, pour the vinegar mixture over and toss to coat.
9
Cover and refrigerate for at least 1 hour and up to 48 hours before serving.

382

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 17 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 3/4 cup good-quality mayonnaise, 1/2 teaspoon finely grated lemon zest, 2 tablespoons freshly squeezed lemon juice, 2 pounds smoked whitefish, skinned, boned and flaked, and more.

Yes, Homemade Whitefish Salad falls under the Seafood category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Keep refrigerated in an airtight container and enjoy within 1–2 days for the best freshness. Best served cold — no reheating needed.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Homemade Whitefish Salad

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Variations & substitutions

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