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Creamy Bang Bang Salmon Salad

Creamy Bang Bang Salmon Salad: Quick, Flavorful & Fresh

An irresistible Creamy Bang Bang Salmon Salad that's quick to prepare and bursting with vibrant flavors.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 5 minutes
Resting Time 5 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Servings: 2 servings
Course: Lunch
Cuisine: American
Calories: 550
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Salmon
  • 1 fillet Salmon can use farm-raised, wild, or frozen
  • 1 tablespoon Olive Oil for cooking the salmon
  • 1 teaspoon Paprika
  • 1 teaspoon Garlic Powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon Salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon Black Pepper
For the Bang Bang Sauce
  • 1/2 cup Greek Yogurt thicker options preferred
  • 1 tablespoon Yellow Mustard
  • 1 tablespoon Sriracha Huy Fong recommended
  • 1 teaspoon Chili Paste
  • 1 tablespoon Honey
  • 2 tablespoons Cream for creamy consistency
For the Fresh Vegetables
  • 1 small Cucumber diced into 1/2-inch cubes
  • 1/4 cup Red Onion thinly sliced
  • 1 whole Avocado slice before serving
  • 1/2 cup Cherry Tomatoes halved lengthwise
  • 1/4 cup Cilantro roughly chopped
  • 1 tablespoon Fresh Lime Juice for flavor enhancement

Equipment

  • Skillet
  • medium bowl
  • cutting board
  • knife

Method
 

Bang Bang Sauce Preparation
  1. In a medium bowl, whisk together Greek yogurt, yellow mustard, sriracha, chili paste, honey, and cream until smooth and combined.
  2. Set the bowl aside so the flavors meld.
Salmon Preparation
  1. Pat the salmon fillet dry with paper towels.
  2. Rub the salmon with olive oil, paprika, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper. Let it sit for 5 minutes.
Vegetable Preparation
  1. Dice the cucumber, thinly slice the red onion, halve the cherry tomatoes, and roughly chop the cilantro.
  2. Combine all the vegetables in a large bowl and drizzle with fresh lime juice.
Cooking Salmon
  1. Heat a skillet over medium-high heat, add olive oil, then place the salmon skin-side up and cook for 4-5 minutes.
  2. Flip the salmon and cook skin-side down for an additional 2-3 minutes until internal temperature reaches 125-130°F.
Assembling Salad
  1. Let the salmon rest, then slice it. In serving bowls, place the vegetable mix and top with salmon slices.
  2. Drizzle with the creamy bang bang sauce and serve immediately.

Nutrition

Serving: 1bowlCalories: 550kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 35gFat: 40gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 5gMonounsaturated Fat: 15gCholesterol: 90mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 800mgFiber: 5gSugar: 6gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 30mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Aim for an internal salmon temperature of 125-130°F for best results. Salt the salmon 15 minutes before cooking for enhanced texture and flavor. Use fresh ingredients for the best taste.

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