Salmon and Cucumber Salad with Basil-Lime Dressing

Name: Salmon and Cucumber Salad with Basil-Lime Dressing
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 teaspoon grated lime zest; 2 tablespoons fresh lime juice; 1/8 teaspoon pepper; 2 tablespoons olive oil (extra virgin preferred); 2 tablespoons chopped fresh basil; 2 5-ounce vacuum-sealed pouches pink salmon, flaked; 1 cup diced seeded cucumber (English, or hothouse, preferred); 1 cup grape tomatoes, halved; 1/2 cup diced red bell pepper; 6 ounces mixed salad greens (about 6 cups; baby greens preferred)

Servings: persons

1
In a medium bowl, whisk together the lime zest, lime juice, and pepper.
2
Slowly whisk in the oil.
3
Stir in the basil.
4
Set aside 2 tablespoons of the dressing in a large bowl.
5
Add the salmon salad ingredients to the dressing remaining in the medium bowl, tossing gently to coat.
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Set aside.
7
Add the salad greens to the 2 tablespoons dressing in the large bowl, tossing to coat.
8
Arrange the salad greens on plates.
9
Spoon the salmon salad over the salad greens.
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(Per serving)
11
Calories: 194
12
Total fat: 10.5g
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Saturated: 1.5g
14
Trans: 0.0g
15
Polyunsaturated: 2.0g
16
Monounsaturated: 5.5g
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Cholesterol: 58mg
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Sodium: 311mg
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Carbohydrates: 8g
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Fiber: 3g
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Sugars: 4g
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Protein: 19g
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Calcium: 254mg
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Potassium: 700mg
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2 vegetable
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2 1/2 lean meat
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1 fat

204

kcal

Calories

Fat

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* 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

Feel free to swap in similar ingredients you already have on hand and adjust seasoning to taste.

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 10 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 teaspoon grated lime zest, 2 tablespoons fresh lime juice, 1/8 teaspoon pepper, 2 tablespoons olive oil (extra virgin preferred), and more.

Yes, Salmon and Cucumber Salad with Basil-Lime Dressing 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!