15 Minute Salmon Salad with Cilantro Greek Yogurt Dressing
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Do you love grilled salmon? How about a light and refreshing dressing made with fresh ingredients? If your mouth is watering just thinking about these foods then you will love this 15 Minute Salmon Salad with Cilantro Greek Yogurt Dressing. Featuring Gorton’s Classic Grilled Salmon, it is super easy to make which makes me happy!
Lately, between all the work of buying and selling a home, I have been so unmotivated to cook at home. I guess you could say the thought that my stove and kitchen are about to be someone’s else’s makes me feel a bit uncomfortable. The stove, and kitchen are just so perfectly cleaned now that I would hate to mess them up.
My healthier lifestyle has been taking a back seat to the current chaos and I hate it!
Take out only goes so far when you are trying to eat healthy so that is basically limited to a place or two. Thankfully, Gorton’s Seafood has come to the rescue. My husband and I loved baked or grilled salmon so their Classic Grilled Salmon is perfect for quick week night meals.
Gorton’s Classic Grilled Salmon has 15 grams of protein per serving, and just 90 calories making it one of the healthiest frozen proteins in the market! Each box comes with two portions and is typically priced under $5!
I love the smoky, grilled flavor and the tender flaky portions. I actually prepare them in the microwave which take literal minutes!
With the summer season and lack of cooking ambition salads have become my go-to veggies source. I knew I wanted to pair my salmon with arugula, and seasonal salad veggies but I wanted a fresh, and light dressing. I aim to have high-protein meals so rather than slather my salad in unhealthy fats, I remembered that Greek Yogurt is the perfect dressing base.
That is where this Cilantro Greek Yogurt Dressing comes into play.
I have always loved cilantro lime cream sauce so I decided to tweak the recipe to make a better-for-you dressing.
Here are the ingredients you’ll need to recreate this refreshing dressing (or dip):
Here are the ingredients you’ll need to recreate this refreshing dressing (or dip):- 1 healthy bunch of cilantro washed and stems removed
- 1/4 cup of extra virgin olive oil
- 1 tsp of garlic powder
- 1/2 tsp of sea salt
- 1/2 tsp of ground black pepper
- 1 cup of thick, plain Greek Yogurt
- Juice of one large lime
Directions:
Directions:Add your yogurt, lime juice, oil, cilantro, and spices to a food processor.
Blend until smooth and creamy.
Spoon into a resealable bowl or container.
Drizzle over salad and fish for a tangy, fresh, and flavorful dressing!
This Cilantro Greek Yogurt Dressing is sooo good with not only Gorton’s Classic Grilled Salmon, but also on chips, as a dip, over grilled chicken…the possibilities are endless.
I warn you that it is soo good, but at least it does not have the guilt with it!
Discover Gorton’s Classic Grilled Salmon is your grocer’s freezer!
Candy
Love making Greek yogurt dressing for salads. We even use it for dips. Add ing the salmon really make a meal out of this dish.
Kim
I never thought to put salmon in a salad…great idea…I am pinning this dressing to make very soon
Christy Maurer
I love Gorton’s salmon. I haven’t seen the newer packaging yet, but I’m going to have to buy some soon. This dressing looks really good!
Katie Kinsley
I am not a big fan of fish, but I could substitute this salad with some tuna. I would love to try out the dressing!
Mary Edwards
We have been eating healthier this year so this recipe is perfect for my family. I love fish, and thankfully, so do my kiddos. I could put your dressing on SO MANY THINGS- I can’t wait to try
Madi
This salad sounds so amazing! I love that dressing, it sounds so flavorful and delicious!
maurene Cab
It’s great to note that this is a healthy source of protein. Salmon is also my favorite.
Our Family World
What a yummy looking salad. Salmon is a great protein source and it would be a delicious replacement for the usual chicken chunks. I would also love to try your dressing. That sure looks like the perfect compliment to the salmon.
Stephanie Pass
My son loves salmon, and I am always looking for new ways to fix it for him. I cannot wait to find these at the store on my next grocery shopping trip.
Jeanette
I have been trying to eat a lot healthier. The one thing that I’ve been struggling with is how to put a dressing on it without killing my diet. I will definitely have to try this one, because it looks delicious.
Tami
Salmon is one of our favorite protein choices. I have been eating a lot of salads lately but usually just with chicken. This will be a perfect change of pace.
margarette
Oh I Never taste salmon. But sounds delicious. Going to try this for dinner.
margarette
Aw. Yumyum. And 15 minutes, its ready. Would anyone make it for me lol.
Jenna Wood
I am seafood challenged when it comes to cooking/preparation. I love, and rely on, Gorton’s wide range of delicious fish! their lemon salmon fillets are one of my favorites!
Sarah
Greek Yogurt is an awesome product. We use it in all sorts of recipes in our household. I never thought to use it to make dressing before though.
Nellie Blazina
I love Salmon salads. This looks incredible and the fact that it only takes 15 minutes, makes this mama so happy!!!
Jenn @ EngineerMommy
This salmon salad sounds and looks so delicious. I have been eating salmon many times per week. I’m trying to make smart food choices.
Kristen @ My 3 Little Kittens
I have never been a fan of fish, but I would totally eat this. Gorgeous combination and I bet delicious beyond words!
Jay
I don’t know if I’m more excited about the salmon or the dressing. I want to try them both!
Liz Mays
I’ve been focusing on healthier lunches lately and I’d love to make this! That dressing sounds great.
Scott
We use salmon in our salads quite often. I make sure to cook extra for dinner so we have it as leftovers!
Kelly Hutchinson
What a great summer recipe! It is light and looks so tasty. I think the dressing/dip sounds amazing!
Claudia Krusch
Salmon is my favorite fish to make. This looks so delicious I am sure ti will be a hit. The dressing looks like a great light option.
Lisa Bristol
I would love to try the Cilantro Greek Yogurt Dressing. Salmon is always a great choice. It is delicious and easy to make.
Kathy
This looks really good. I’ve never actually tried salmon before. I bought some and have been wanting to try it out. I think this dressing sounds amazing too.
Alicia
This salad looks delicious! I put chicken in my salads often but have never thought to add fish. I think salmon would be great on a salad.
Sinisa
I love salmon. This looks great.
Diana Ajih
I’ve been looking for light and refreshing salad recipes to try this summer and I’m so happy I stumbled on to yours. I usually put chicken on my salads but I’ve never thought of putting salmon. This looks delicious!
Dawn Lopez
I can’t believe this is only 15 minutes! I think this salad looks amazing and is a great twist with adding the salmon. Your dressing sounds like the perfect flavor to add as well.
Toni | Boulder Locavore
That dressing looks amazing! I would love to try this! Such a perfect light dinner!
Hali @daytodayMOMents
Oooh I have to remember this dressing recipe, going ot try dairy free! Looks so good!
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Aw! Another delicious recipe. Uhmm somebody please help me do the preparations. Am getting hungry now.
Tara
I love adding a protein to my salads. The salmon would taste wonderful with this dressing.
Jasmine Eclipse
This dressing sounds so good! And I’ve been super, super into salads for work so I know I’ll get a lot of use out of this delicious dressing!