Enjoy a healthy and delicious Classic Greek Salad with Salmon! Fresh veggies, savory feta, Kalamata olives, and perfectly seared salmon topped with a tangy dressing. Perfect for any mea
Serves: 4
Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 15 minutes
Table of Contents: Classic Greek Salad with Salmon
For the Salmon: Classic Greek Salad with Salmon
- 4 salmon fillets (about 6 oz each)
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tsp dried oregano
- 1/2 tsp garlic powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
For the Salad:
- 4 cups romaine lettuce, chopped
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1 cucumber, sliced
- 1/2 red onion, thinly sliced
- 1/2 cup Kalamata olives
- 1/2 cup feta cheese, crumbled
For the Dressing:
- 1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil
- 2 tbsp red wine vinegar
- 1 tsp Dijon mustard
- 1 garlic clove, minced
- 1 tsp dried oregano
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
1. Prepare the Salmon:
- Preheat a skillet over medium heat.
- Pat the salmon fillets dry and season both sides with olive oil, oregano, garlic powder, salt, and pepper.
- Place the fillets skin-side down on the skillet and cook for 5–6 minutes. Flip and cook for another 4–5 minutes, or until the salmon is flaky and cooked through. Remove from heat and set aside.
2. Assemble the Salad:
- In a large bowl, combine romaine lettuce, cherry tomatoes, cucumber, red onion, Kalamata olives, and feta cheese.
3. Make the Dressing:
- In a small bowl or jar, whisk together olive oil, red wine vinegar, Dijon mustard, garlic, oregano, salt, and pepper.
4. Combine and Serve:
- Drizzle the dressing over the salad and toss gently to coat.
- Top the salad with the cooked salmon fillets.
- Serve immediately and enjoy!
Nutritional Information (per serving):
| Nutrient | Amount |
|---|---|
| Calories | 420 kcal |
| Protein | 32 g |
| Total Fat | 25 g |
| Saturated Fat | 6 g |
| Cholesterol | 60 mg |
| Sodium | 600 mg |
| Carbohydrates | 12 g |
| Dietary Fiber | 3 g |
| Sugars | 4 g |
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