Smoked Salmon Salad

This recipe features a delightful combination of flavors and textures. Smoked salmon, a cold-smoked fish, is the star ingredient in this salad, bringing a rich and smoky flavor that pairs perfectly with fresh vegetables. The Tzatziki, made with yogurt, cucumber, and dill, adds a tangy and refreshing twist to the dish.

Originating from Greek cuisine, tzatziki is a traditional dip made with strained yogurt, garlic, and cucumber. Combining it with smoked salmon salad results in a fusion of flavors that creates a unique and flavorful experience. The technique used to create this recipe involves cold-smoking the salmon to give it its distinctive flavor and texture.

SaladSeafoodSeven FishesMediterranean

Prep Time: 20 min

Cook Time: 5 min

Total Time: 25 min

Yield: 2 servings

Smoked salmon on a bed of spring greens with tzatziki dressing.

Ingredients

  • Smoked salmon
  • Spring greens
  • Tzatziki dressing
  • Crostini

Instructions

  1. 1.
    Make 1 cup of tzatziki dressing (link in description).
  2. 2.
    Brush sliced baguette or country french bread with olive oil and brown in the oven at 400°F.
  3. 3.
    Toss spring greens with tzatziki to lightly dress and add greens to salad bowls.
  4. 4.
    Crumble smoked salmon on top of the dressed greens.
  5. 5.
    Finish with a topping of tzatziki over the salmon.
  6. 6.
    Serve with toasted crostini.