Get ready to transform your ordinary lunch into an extraordinary culinary experience with this show-stopping Smoked Salmon Blueberry Salad! Imagine a perfect harmony of smoky, delicate salmon, burst-in-your-mouth blueberries, and a zesty lemon poppy seed dressing that will make your palate dance with joy. This isn't just a salad—it's a gourmet masterpiece that takes just 10 minutes to prepare and will have your friends and family thinking you've secretly trained as a professional chef!
Prep Time: 10 mins
Cook Time: -
Total Time: 10 mins
Cuisine: American
Serves: 4 servings
Ingredients
- 4 cups mixed greens
- 4 oz smoked salmon, sliced
- 1 cup blueberries
- 1/4 cup red onion, thinly sliced
- 2 tbsp poppy seeds
- 1/4 cup olive oil
- Juice of 1 lemon
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Prepare the mixed greens by thoroughly washing and gently patting them dry with paper towels. Transfer the greens to a large serving bowl.
- Slice the red onion into thin, delicate rings, ensuring uniform and translucent cuts for even distribution throughout the salad.
- Carefully slice the smoked salmon into thin, elegant strips that will drape beautifully over the greens.
- For the lemon poppy seed dressing, whisk together olive oil, fresh lemon juice, poppy seeds, salt, and freshly ground black pepper in a small mixing bowl until the ingredients are fully emulsified.
- Gently arrange the smoked salmon strips over the prepared mixed greens, creating an attractive and appetizing presentation.
- Scatter fresh blueberries across the salad, distributing them evenly to ensure each serving contains a balanced mix of ingredients.
- Sprinkle the thinly sliced red onion over the salad for added crunch and sharp flavor contrast.
- Drizzle the lemon poppy seed dressing over the salad just before serving, ensuring a light and even coating.
- Serve immediately to maintain the freshness of the greens and the vibrant colors of the blueberries.
Tips
- Always use the freshest ingredients possible. The quality of your smoked salmon and blueberries can make or break this dish.
- Pat your greens completely dry after washing to ensure the dressing clings perfectly and doesn't become watery.
- For the best flavor, use freshly squeezed lemon juice rather than bottled.
- Slice the red onions as thin as possible to prevent overpowering the delicate salmon flavor.
- Serve immediately after dressing to maintain the crisp texture of the greens and prevent wilting.
- For an extra gourmet touch, consider toasting the poppy seeds lightly before adding them to the dressing to enhance their nutty flavor.
- If you're preparing this in advance, keep the dressing separate and add it just before serving to maintain the salad's freshness.
Nutrition Facts
Calories: 250kcal
Carbohydrates: 12g
Protein: 15g
Fat: 18g
Saturated Fat: 3g
Cholesterol: 25mg
