Fresh, colorful, and packed with nutrients — this salad features flaky herb-seasoned salmon over crisp lettuce, juicy tomatoes, creamy avocado, crunchy red onion, and sweet-tart dried cranberries. It’s perfectly balanced with texture and flavor!
𝐈𝐧𝐠𝐫𝐞𝐝𝐢𝐞𝐧𝐭𝐬
For the Salmon
1 salmon fillet
1 tbsp olive oil
1 tsp garlic powder
1 tsp Italian seasoning (or dill + thyme)
½ tsp paprika
Salt & black pepper
Optional: squeeze of lemon
For the Salad
2 cups chopped lettuce
½ avocado, diced
½ cup diced tomatoes
¼ red onion, thinly sliced
2 tbsp dried cranberries
Optional: feta crumbles or chopped walnuts
For the Dressing
1 tbsp olive oil
1 tsp lemon juice
½ tsp honey
½ tsp Dijon mustard
Salt & pepper to taste
𝐃𝐢𝐫𝐞𝐜𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧𝐬
- Cook the Salmon
Season salmon with olive oil, garlic powder, Italian herbs, paprika, salt, and pepper.
Cook in a skillet 4–5 minutes per side, or air fry at 390°F (200°C) for 10–12 minutes.
Let cool slightly, then flake into chunks.
- Build the Salad
Add chopped lettuce to a large bowl or plate.
Top with tomatoes, avocado, red onion, and cranberries.
Add crumbled feta or walnuts if using.
- Make the Dressing
Whisk olive oil, lemon juice, honey, Dijon, salt, and pepper.
Drizzle over salad just before serving.
- Finish
Place the flaked salmon over the salad and serve immediately!
Prep Time: 10 min
Cooking Time: 8–12 min
Total Time: 18–22 min
Calories: ~460 kcal per serving
Servings: 1