Grilled Salmon with Fresh Cucumber & Tomato Salad
Grilled Salmon with Fresh Cucumber & Tomato Salad is a delightful dish that brings together the rich flavors of succulent salmon and the crisp freshness of a vibrant vegetable salad. This quick and easy recipe takes only 16 minutes to prepare, making it perfect for busy weeknights or casual summer gatherings. The combination of juicy cherry tomatoes, refreshing cucumber, and a zesty olive oil-lemon dressing not only enhances the taste but also adds a nutritious punch to your meal. Enjoy this dish as a satisfying main course or as part of a larger spread, whether for yourself or when entertaining guests.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 11 minutes
- Total Time: 16 minutes
- Yield: Serves 1
- Category: Main
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: Healthy
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 salmon fillet (about 150g)
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1 cup cucumber, sliced
- 2 tbsp red onion, thinly sliced
- 1 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tbsp lemon juice
- Salt & pepper, to taste
Instructions
- Season the salmon fillet generously with salt and pepper.
- Heat a non-stick skillet over medium-high heat and add olive oil.
- Cook the salmon in the skillet for 3-4 minutes on each side until golden brown and cooked through.
- In a mixing bowl, combine cherry tomatoes, cucumber, red onion, and parsley. Drizzle with olive oil and lemon juice; season with salt and pepper.
- Toss gently to coat all salad ingredients.
- Serve the grilled salmon on a plate with the salad on the side.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 120mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 75mg