Description
A quick and nutritious canned salmon dish with fresh dill and lemon, perfect for salads, sandwiches, or as a dip.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 (14.75 oz) can of salmon, drained
- 2 tablespoons fresh dill, finely chopped
- Zest and juice of 1 lemon
- 1 tablespoon mayonnaise (or Greek yogurt for a lighter option)
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
- Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
- Optional: 1 celery stalk, finely diced for added crunch
Instructions
- Start by draining the canned salmon thoroughly.
- In a mixing bowl, combine the drained salmon with chopped dill, lemon zest, and juice.
- Add the mayonnaise (or Greek yogurt) and Dijon mustard, ensuring everything is well integrated.
- Season with salt and black pepper to taste.
- If using, fold in the diced celery for an added crunch and depth of flavor.
- Serve immediately or refrigerate for flavors to meld.
Notes
Taste the mixture before serving to adjust seasonings as needed. Consider using Greek yogurt for a lighter version.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 5g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
Keywords: salmon, canned salmon, dill, quick recipe, healthy salad, no-cook recipe