Creamy Avocado and Smoked Salmon Salad
This creamy avocado and smoked salmon salad is a light, refreshing, and flavorful dish that's perfect for a summer lunch or dinner. The avocado provides a creamy texture and a boost of healthy fats, while the smoked salmon adds a smoky flavor and protein. The cherry tomatoes, cucumber, and red onion add crispness, freshness, and a touch of acidity. The dill adds a delicate herb flavor, and the balsamic vinegar and olive oil dressing brings it all together. It's a well-balanced salad that's sure to please everyone at the table.
The inspiration for this salad came to me on a hot summer day when I was looking for a light and refreshing meal. I had some leftover smoked salmon in the fridge, and I thought it would be a great addition to a salad. I also had some ripe avocados on hand, and I knew that their creamy texture would be a perfect complement to the smoked salmon. I added some cherry tomatoes, cucumber, and red onion for crunch and freshness, and some fresh dill for a touch of herb flavor. I dressed the salad with a simple balsamic vinegar and olive oil dressing, and it was absolutely delicious. I've been making this salad ever since, and it's always a hit with my friends and family.
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Prep time: 10 | Cook time: 0 | Serves: 2
Ingredients
  • 4 cups mixed greens
  • 1 ripe avocado, peeled and sliced
  • 4 ounces smoked salmon, flaked
  • 1/2 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
  • 1/2 cup cucumber, diced
  • 1/4 cup red onion, thinly sliced
  • 1/4 cup fresh dill, chopped
  • 2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
  1. In a large bowl, combine the mixed greens, avocado, smoked salmon, cherry tomatoes, cucumber, red onion, and dill.
  2. Drizzle with balsamic vinegar and olive oil, and season with salt and pepper to taste.
  3. Toss to coat and serve immediately.
Why It Works
  • The avocado provides a creamy texture and a boost of healthy fats.
  • The smoked salmon adds a smoky flavor and protein.
  • The cherry tomatoes, cucumber, and red onion add crispness, freshness, and a touch of acidity.
  • The dill adds a delicate herb flavor.
  • The balsamic vinegar and olive oil dressing brings it all together.