Salmon is an incredibly fragrant ingredient and provides many nutrients for the body. TasteVN suggests 2 recipes for making mixed salad super delicious with this ingredient. Let’s get cooking!
1. Salmon salad with yogurt dressing
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Preparation
25 minutes
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Difficulty
Easy
Ingredients for Salmon salad with yogurt dressing Serves 4
Salmon fillet 200 gr Green lolo lettuce 100 gr Cucumber 80 gr Apple 80 gr Cherry tomatoes 80 gr Red radish 50 gr Sprouts 50 gr Unsweetened yogurt 50 gr Mayonnaise 50 gr Apple juice 30 ml Honey 15 ml Olive oil 40 ml Chopped parsley 1.5 teaspoons Common seasoning a little (salt/pepper/seasoning powder)
How to choose fresh ingredients
How to choose fresh red radishes
- To choose fresh radishes, you need to select those that are of moderate size, with a straight elongated shape towards the tail, smooth skin, firm to the touch and slightly hard.
- Choose those with a deep, bright red-purple color, with the leaf stems still fresh and tightly attached to the radish body.
- Do not choose radishes with wilted, bruised stems, bruised bodies, slimy texture, or showing dark spots, and feel soft when pressed.
- Do not choose radishes that are too large. The leaves, stems at the base, and the shoulders of the radish are thick because these are old radishes, which will have more fiber and less nutritional value.
How to choose delicious green apples
- Choose round, juicy apples that feel heavy in hand and are firm.
- Choose smooth, shiny apples with bright colors.
- It is advisable to select apples carefully wrapped in bags or plastic.
- Do not choose apples with bruised, rotten skin, or signs of spoilage.
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How to prepare Salmon Salad with Yogurt Sauce
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Prepare the ingredients
To remove the fishy smell of salmon fillet when you just buy it, you can use lemon juice or soak the piece of fish in fresh milk for about 5 – 7 minutes. After that, rinse it thoroughly with cold water and use a towel to dry any remaining water on the surface.
Wash the green lettuce briefly with salt water, then rinse it again with clean water to remove all dirt. Wash the green apple, cut out the flesh, and then cut that flesh into small cubes or any shape according to your preference.
Wash the cherry tomatoes with water and then cut them in half. Soak the sprouts in salt water for about 3 – 5 minutes and rinse them again with clean water.
Wash the radish thoroughly to ensure there is no dirt left, then proceed to cut it into very thin slices so that they absorb the sauce quickly and do not feel hard when eaten.
Wash the cucumber with water, cut off both ends, and then slice it into small pieces.
Tip: You can use a peeler to save time when preparing radish and cucumber. It ensures the safety of your lovely hands while creating evenly shaped and beautiful products.
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Marinate the salmon
When the salmon is dry, cut it into bite-sized cubes.
Marinate the fish with 1/2 teaspoon of pepper, 20ml of olive oil, 1.5 teaspoons of finely chopped parsley, and 1 teaspoon of seasoning. Mix well and let it sit for about 3 – 5 minutes for the fish to absorb the seasoning before grilling.
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Grill the salmon
Preheat the oven to 200 degrees Celsius for about 10 minutes to stabilize the heat before placing the fish in to grill.
Prepare a baking tray lined with parchment paper, and arrange the marinated salmon pieces on the tray. To ensure even cooking, make sure to leave some space between the pieces to avoid overlapping.
Place the tray in the oven, set to 200 degrees Celsius, and grill the fish for 10 minutes before it’s ready to eat.
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Make yogurt sauce
Put the prepared amount of yogurt and mayonnaise sauce into a bowl, add 30ml of apple juice, 20ml of olive oil, 15ml of honey, a pinch of salt, and a pinch of pepper. Then mix well to have a perfect bowl of yogurt sauce.
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Mix the salad
Put all the prepared ingredients including lettuce, tomatoes, green apples, radish, sprouts, and cucumber into a large bowl. Also add the cooked salmon to the bowl.
Next is the most exciting step, pour the sauce mixture evenly into the bowl, use chopsticks to mix well so that everything absorbs the seasoning and it’s ready to enjoy.
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Final Product
The recipe is incredibly simple, but the quality of the final product is hard to resist. The fish is tender, fragrant, and absorbs the flavors well. The lettuce and other vegetables not only add color but also provide a crunchy sweetness to the dish. The wonderful combination of yogurt and mayonnaise will impress your taste buds.
2. Salmon salad with vinegar and oil
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Preparation
20 minutes
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Difficulty
Easy
Ingredients for Salmon salad with vinegar and oil For 4 people
Salmon fillet 300 gr Green lolo lettuce 200 gr Frise lettuce 100 gr (optional) Mayonnaise 30 gr Cherry tomatoes 100 gr Baby cucumber 100 gr Yellow lemon 1/4 fruit Red onion 100 gr Parsley 2 teaspoons (chopped) Minced garlic 2 teaspoons Olive oil 4 tablespoons Vinegar 2 tablespoons White sugar 1/2 tablespoon Common seasoning a little (salt/sugar/pepper)
How to choose fresh ingredients
How to choose fresh tomatoes
- You should choose tomatoes with smooth, shiny skin, plump and juicy with bright red color, and still have green stems.
- Avoid selecting fruits that are bruised or have small black spots, or those with uneven colors that are both green and red.
- If you touch them and they feel too soft or too hard, or if there is juice coming out, you should not buy them as they may be spoiled.
How to choose fresh cucumbers
- You can choose cucumbers that have a bright green color, uniform color, and are intact.
- It’s better to choose straight, elongated cucumbers that are not bent, as they are denser, sweeter, and crunchier than those with uneven sizes.
- Avoid buying cucumbers with bumps, yellow or white spots, and those that feel light and too soft. Choose cucumbers that are medium-sized, feel heavy when picked up, and have smooth skin.
How to make Salmon Salad with Oil and Vinegar
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Prepare the ingredients
To reduce the fishy smell of the salmon, you can rub a bit of lemon juice on the fish, let it sit for 3 – 5 minutes, and then rinse it with clean water. Use a clean cloth or paper towel to dry the surface of the fish thoroughly.
Wash the green lettuce and frisée lettuce with salt water, then cut them into bite-sized pieces. Cherry tomatoes should also be washed and then cut in half.
For cucumbers, to remove the sap and reduce bitterness, you should cut off both ends of the cucumber and wash it clean with water. Proceed to slice them into thin rounds across the fruit.
Peel the red onion, and then cut it into small strips for easier enjoyment.
See more: How to make onion less pungent
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Marinating salmon
After the salmon has been dried, you proceed to marinate the fish with 1 teaspoon of minced garlic, 1 teaspoon of parsley, 1/2 teaspoon of salt, 1/2 teaspoon of pepper, and 1 tablespoon of olive oil.
To help the fish absorb the spices more easily, you need to put on gloves and gently massage the spices into the piece of fish. Then let it sit for about 10 – 15 minutes for the fish to absorb the spices even more.
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Pan-frying salmon
Add 1 tablespoon of cooking oil into the pan and heat it. Once the oil is hot, reduce the heat to medium and place the piece of salmon in the pan, frying until both sides are golden brown. Each side should be fried for about 8 – 10 minutes until the fish is golden.
Remove them and place on a plate lined with absorbent paper. Then place on a clean cutting board and cut into bite-sized pieces.
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Making vinaigrette
Add 2 tablespoons of vinegar, 1/2 tablespoon of sugar, 1/2 teaspoon of salt, 1/2 teaspoon of pepper, 1 teaspoon of minced garlic, 1/2 teaspoon of parsley, a little grated lemon zest, juice of 1/2 lemon along with 2 tablespoons of olive oil into a bowl.
To help the mixture dissolve quickly and enhance the flavor, you need to stir them gently and evenly. This also prevents the dressing from having an oily surface.
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Tossing the salad
Gradually add the prepared vegetables including 2 types of lettuce, cherry tomatoes, cucumbers, and red onions into a bowl. Drizzle the dressing you just made over the salad, and use chopsticks to gently toss everything together so that the salad absorbs the seasoning without bruising the vegetables.
Finally, transfer the salad to a plate, add the chopped salmon on top, and garnish with a little mayonnaise on the surface, and then you can enjoy it.
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Final product
Salmon salad mixed with oil and vinegar is an extremely eye-catching dish with a perfect combination of ingredients. A lush green of lettuce, a light purple of red onions, and a bright red of tomatoes. Moreover, the salmon is fried to a crispy golden outside, while remaining tender and sweet inside. It’s definitely worth trying, isn’t it!
3. Basil Salmon Salad
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Preparation
25 minutes
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Cooking
10 minutes
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Difficulty
Easy
Ingredients for Salmon Basil Salad Serves 2
Salmon fillet 300 gr Basil leaves 15 gr Tomato 1 fruit Bell pepper 100 gr Onion 1/2 bulb Roasted white sesame crushed 1 teaspoon Garlic oil 1 tablespoon Cooking oil 3 tablespoons Tabasco sauce 1 tablespoon Rice vinegar 1 tablespoon Lemon juice 1 teaspoon Ground white pepper 1/2 teaspoon Common seasoning 1 little (salt/ sugar/ seasoning powder)
How to Choose Fresh Ingredients
How to choose fresh basil
- Choose basil plants with bright green leaves, glossy surface, and wide.
- Purchase when the leaves look normal, with no signs of abnormality.
- Avoid buying plants with overly lush green leaves as they may have high pesticide levels.
- Do not choose basil with excessively dark leaves, which are usually older leaves.
What is Tabasco?
- Tabasco is a brand of hot sauce made from tabasco peppers, vinegar, and salt.
- You can easily buy Tabasco sauce at grocery stores, supermarkets, or order online.
How to Make Salmon Basil Salad
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Prepare and Marinate the Salmon
Clean the salmon you bought by removing the scales while keeping the skin, then rinse it with water and use a clean towel or paper to dry the fish thoroughly. Cut it into bite-sized pieces about 0.5 cm thick.
Prepare a bowl and add 1/4 teaspoon of salt, 1/2 teaspoon of ground white pepper, 1 teaspoon of seasoning powder, 1 teaspoon of lemon juice, and mix well to combine the spices. Then, evenly coat both sides of the fish with the mixture, and finally add 1 tablespoon of cooking oil.
Marinate the fish for about 10 minutes to allow it to absorb the flavors.
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Prepare the Remaining Ingredients
Prepare a bowl of ice water to soak the vegetables. Then, peel the onion, cut it into strips vertically, and place it in the ice bowl.
Remove the stem and seeds from the bell pepper, rinse it, cut it into strips horizontally, and add it to the ice bowl as well.
Remove the seeds from the tomato, rinse it, and cut it into strips, and pick the fresh green basil leaves, wash them, and chop them finely.
Tip:
- Soaking the onion in cold water will reduce its pungency.
- Soaking the bell pepper in ice water helps retain its crunchiness and sweetness when eaten.
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Make the salad dressing
The salad dressing will include 1 teaspoon of salt, 2 tablespoons of sugar, 1 tablespoon of rice vinegar, 1 tablespoon of Tabasco sauce, 1 tablespoon of fried garlic oil, mix well to have a delicious dressing mixture.
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Pan-seared salmon
Put 2 tablespoons of cooking oil into the pan, heat the oil until boiling, and add the seasoned salmon to pan-sear.
To preserve the sweetness of the salmon, you should only fry each side for about 1 minute over medium heat.
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Finish the salad
Prepare a large bowl and add all the prepped vegetables including 100g of bell pepper, 1/2 onion, 1 tomato, and 15g of basil leaves. Next, add 1/2 of the prepared dressing and mix well, letting it sit for about 5 minutes for the vegetables to absorb the dressing before serving.
Transfer to a plate and add the pan-seared salmon on top, drizzle the remaining dressing over, sprinkle with 1 teaspoon of toasted sesame seeds, and enjoy.
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Finished Dish
Now we have a delicious and nutritious salmon salad. The salmon is perfectly cooked, retaining its natural sweetness, the sauce is rich, and the fresh vegetables make this a dish you must try.
How to choose fresh and delicious salmon fillet
- Fresh salmon meat must have a bright pink or orange color. If the meat turns darker, it means the salmon has started to spoil or is about to decompose.
- Additionally, good meat will have excellent elasticity. When you press your finger into the salmon meat and it leaves a dent but quickly returns to its original state, the salmon is still fresh.
- Observe the surface of the piece of meat; it should be dry, not wet or leaking any strange fluids. The fat lines on the fish should be uniformly colored and bright, not dull or with brown spots.
- Moreover, fresh salmon fillet will have a distinctive aroma, without any strange or pungent smells.
How to prepare salmon without a fishy smell
Salmon naturally has a distinctive flavor, but to enjoy the authentic taste, you need to know how to eliminate the fishy smell from the salmon. You can refer to one of the following methods:
Method 1: Eliminate the fishy smell of salmon with lemon
- Add 2 – 3 tablespoons of lemon juice and 1 teaspoon of salt to a bowl of filtered water.
- Place the salmon in and gently stir, letting it sit for about 30 seconds to 1 minute, then rinse with clean water. You can use lemon slices to scrub and gently massage the salmon meat for a cleaner result.
Method 2: Eliminate the fishy smell of salmon with fresh milk
- Put the salmon meat into a bowl and pour enough fresh milk to completely submerge the salmon.
- Soak the salmon in the milk for about 10 minutes, then rinse it clean and let it drain.
Method 3: Eliminate the fishy smell of salmon with alcohol and ginger
- Take a small piece of ginger, finely chopped or smashed. Then put it in a bowl and pour in some white alcohol; if you don’t have alcohol, you can substitute it with vinegar, then add the salmon piece and stir gently.
- Soak the salmon in the mixture for about 7 – 10 minutes, then take it out and rinse it clean with cold water.
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* Refer to images and recipes from the YouTube channel Cooky TV and Delicious Dishes Every Day
