Fine Dining Salmon Salad: Elegant & Easy Recipe for a Gourmet Meal

Name: Fine Dining Salmon Salad: Elegant & Easy Recipe for a Gourmet Meal
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 5 min
Total time: 20 min
Yield: 1
Cuisine: Contemporary European
Ingredients: 150 grams Salmon Fillet (Skin on, boneless); 80 grams Mixed Salad Greens; 1/2 cup Cherry Tomatoes (Halved); 1/4 small Cucumber (Thinly sliced); 1/4 small Red Onion (Very thinly sliced); 2 sprigs Fresh Dill (Finely chopped); 1/2 unit Lemon (For juice and zest); 3 tablespoons Extra Virgin Olive Oil; 1 teaspoon Dijon Mustard; 1/2 teaspoon Honey; 1/4 teaspoon Salt (To taste); 1/4 teaspoon Black Pepper (Freshly ground, to taste); 1 tablespoon Capers (Drained (optional garnish)); As needed garnish Edible Flowers/Microgreens (For garnish (optional))

Learn to create a stunning fine dining salmon salad with fresh ingredients and beautiful plating. This gourmet recipe is perfect for special occasions or a healthy, elegant meal at home. Follow along for quick and impressive results!

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Elegant Salmon Salad Plating

Recipe Information

15m

Prep Time

Cook Time

20m

Total Time

Servings

Medium

Contemporary European

Korean

Nutrition (per serving)

420

Calories

35g

Protein

12g

Carbs

28g

Fat

Close-up of Gourmet Salmon Salad

Ingredients

Servings: 1

💡 Tip: Check off ingredients as you add them to keep track of your progress!

Artistically Arranged Salmon Slices

Instructions

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1
Prepare the salmon fillet by patting it dry. You can choose to pan-sear it lightly for 2-3 minutes per side until cooked to your preference, or simply slice it very thinly for a cured salmon effect if using sashimi-grade.
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Prepare the salmon fillet by patting it dry. You can choose to pan-sear it lightly for 2-3 minutes per side until cooked to your preference, or simply slice it very thinly for a cured salmon effect if using sashimi-grade.
5m
For a true fine dining experience, consider curing the salmon briefly with salt, sugar, and dill instead of cooking.
2
In a small bowl, whisk together the extra virgin olive oil, fresh lemon juice, Dijon mustard, honey, salt, and black pepper to create the vinaigrette. Adjust seasoning to taste.
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In a small bowl, whisk together the extra virgin olive oil, fresh lemon juice, Dijon mustard, honey, salt, and black pepper to create the vinaigrette. Adjust seasoning to taste.
3m
Taste the dressing before adding to the salad and adjust the balance of sweet, sour, and savory.

3
Wash and thoroughly dry the mixed salad greens. Halve the cherry tomatoes, thinly slice the cucumber, and finely slice the red onion. If using, chop the fresh dill.
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Wash and thoroughly dry the mixed salad greens. Halve the cherry tomatoes, thinly slice the cucumber, and finely slice the red onion. If using, chop the fresh dill.
4m
Ensure all vegetables are very dry before mixing with dressing to prevent a soggy salad.
4
Begin plating by artfully arranging the mixed greens on a serving plate. Scatter the cherry tomatoes, cucumber, and red onion over the greens. Place the prepared salmon slices elegantly on top of the salad. Drizzle the vinaigrette over the entire dish. Garnish with fresh dill, capers, and edible flowers or microgreens for a fine dining presentation.
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Begin plating by artfully arranging the mixed greens on a serving plate. Scatter the cherry tomatoes, cucumber, and red onion over the greens. Place the prepared salmon slices elegantly on top of the salad. Drizzle the vinaigrette over the entire dish. Garnish with fresh dill, capers, and edible flowers or microgreens for a fine dining presentation.
8m
Think about color, texture, and height when plating for a professional look. A squeeze bottle can help with precise dressing application.