Smoked Salmon Cucumber Salad
This smoked salmon cucumber salad is fresh, light, and full of bright flavor. Crisp cucumbers, creamy avocado, smoky salmon, and fresh herbs are tossed together with a simple lemon dressing that makes everything taste refreshing and clean.It’s the kind of meal that feels fancy but takes almost no effort to make. Perfect for lunch, a light dinner, or even brunch.
Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 0 minutes
Total Time: 15 minutes
Servings: 2–4
Ingredients
6 oz smoked salmon, sliced
2 cucumbers, thinly sliced
1 avocado, sliced
¼ red onion, thinly sliced
2 tablespoons capers
2 tablespoons fresh dill, chopped
1 tablespoon parsley, chopped
For the Dressing
2 tablespoons olive oil
Juice of 1 lemon
1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
Black pepper to taste
Instructions
1. Prep the Salad
Add the cucumbers, avocado, red onion, dill, and parsley to a large bowl.
2. Make the Dressing
In a small bowl, whisk together:
olive oil
lemon juice
Dijon mustard
black pepper
The dressing should taste light and lemony.
3. Put Everything Together
Pour the dressing over the vegetables and gently toss.
Add the smoked salmon and capers on top.
Try not to mix too much once the salmon goes in so it keeps its texture.
4. Serve
Serve immediately while everything is fresh and crisp.
You can enjoy it on its own or with:
toasted bread
crackers
pita
quinoa
Helpful Tips
Use English cucumbers for extra crunch
Fresh dill makes a huge difference here
Add feta cheese if you want it creamier
Chill the salad for 10 minutes before serving for extra freshness
Nutritional Information
Calories: 320
Protein: 20g
Carbohydrates: 9g
Fiber: 4g
Fat: 22g
Saturated Fat: 4g
Sodium: 620mg
Final Thoughts
This Smoked Salmon Cucumber Salad is simple, refreshing, and packed with flavor without feeling heavy. The smoky salmon, crisp cucumbers, creamy avocado, and bright lemon dressing come together in a way that feels fresh, satisfying, and perfect for warm days or quick healthy meals.