Jul 09 2026
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Salmon Recipe

Inspired by The Iowa Taproom
Time45m
Serves4

Grilled salmon, mixed greens, cucumber sunomono, grape tomatoes, wasabi peas, avocado, shaved broccoli, red peppers, green onion, and ponzu dressing.

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Ingredients

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For the Grilled Salmon

For the Cucumber Sunomono

For the Ponzu Dressing

For Garnish

Method

Grilling the Salmon

  1. 1

    Prepare the Marinade

    In a small bowl, mix olive oil, salt, black pepper, and lemon juice.

  2. 2

    Marinate the Salmon

    Brush the salmon fillets with the marinade and let them sit for about 15-20 minutes.

  3. 3

    Preheat the Grill

    Preheat your grill to medium-high heat.

  4. 4

    Grill the Salmon

    Place the marinated salmon fillets on the grill. Cook for about 4-5 minutes per side, or until the salmon flakes easily with a fork.

Preparing the Mixed Greens Salad

  1. 5

    Combine the Greens

    In a large bowl, combine mixed greens, sliced cucumber, halved grape tomatoes, diced avocado, shaved broccoli, sliced red bell pepper, and chopped green onions.

  2. 6

    Toss the Salad

    Gently toss the salad until all ingredients are evenly mixed.

Making the Cucumber Sunomono

  1. 7

    Prepare the Dressing

    In a bowl, whisk together rice vinegar, sugar, and salt until the sugar is dissolved.

  2. 8

    Dress the Cucumber

    Add the thinly sliced cucumber to the dressing and let it marinate for about 10 minutes.

Assembling the Dish

  1. 9

    Plate the Salad

    On a large serving plate, arrange the mixed greens salad.

  2. 10

    Add the Grilled Salmon

    Place the grilled salmon fillet on top of the salad.

  3. 11

    Top with Cucumber Sunomono

    Add the marinated cucumber sunomono on the side of the salmon.

  4. 12

    Garnish

    Sprinkle the wasabi peas over the salad for an added crunch.

  5. 13

    Drizzle the Dressing

    Finally, drizzle ponzu sauce over the entire dish before serving.

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