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Ingredients
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Salmon
Salad
Method
Prepare the Salmon
- 1
Marinate the Salmon
In a small bowl, mix together the olive oil, lemon juice, minced garlic, salt, and black pepper. Place the salmon fillets in a shallow dish and pour the marinade over them. Let it marinate for at least 15 minutes.
- 2
Grill or Cook the Salmon
Preheat the grill to medium-high heat. Remove the salmon from the marinade and place it on the grill. Cook for about 4-5 minutes on each side for grilled salmon, or sauté in a skillet over medium heat for about 4-5 minutes on each side until cooked through. If using capers, add them to the skillet during the last minute of cooking.
Prepare the Salad
- 3
Prepare the Salad Ingredients
In a large salad bowl, combine the mixed salad greens, cherry tomatoes, cucumber, red onion, and feta cheese.
- 4
Make the Dressing
In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, red wine vinegar, Dijon mustard, salt, and black pepper until well combined.
- 5
Dress the Salad
Drizzle the dressing over the salad and toss gently to combine.
Assemble the Dish
- 6
Combine Salmon and Salad
Once the salmon is cooked, let it rest for a minute before flaking it into large pieces. Place the dressed salad on plates and top with the flaked salmon.
- 7
Serve
Serve immediately while the salmon is warm. Enjoy your delicious salmon salad!

