Tender herb-baked salmon atop fresh mixed greens with cherry tomatoes, cucumber, and a zesty vinaigrette.
# Ingredient List:
→ Salmon
01 - 4 skinless salmon fillets (5 oz each)
02 - 2 tbsp olive oil
03 - 2 tsp Dijon mustard
04 - 1 tbsp lemon juice
05 - 2 tbsp fresh parsley, finely chopped
06 - 1 tbsp fresh dill, finely chopped
07 - 1 tbsp fresh chives, finely chopped
08 - 1 tsp garlic powder
09 - 1/2 tsp salt
10 - 1/2 tsp black pepper
→ Salad
11 - 4 cups mixed salad greens (arugula, spinach, romaine)
12 - 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
13 - 1/2 English cucumber, sliced
14 - 1/4 red onion, thinly sliced
15 - 1/4 cup toasted walnuts or almonds (optional)
16 - 1/4 cup crumbled feta cheese (optional)
→ Vinaigrette
17 - 3 tbsp extra-virgin olive oil
18 - 1 tbsp white wine vinegar or lemon juice
19 - 1 tsp honey or maple syrup
20 - 1 tsp Dijon mustard
21 - Salt and pepper, to taste
# How-To Steps:
01 - Preheat oven to 400°F and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
02 - Combine olive oil, Dijon mustard, lemon juice, parsley, dill, chives, garlic powder, salt, and pepper in a small bowl to form a herb paste.
03 - Place salmon fillets on the baking sheet and evenly spread herb paste over each fillet.
04 - Bake salmon for 12 to 15 minutes until cooked through and easily flakes with a fork.
05 - In a large bowl, combine mixed greens, cherry tomatoes, cucumber, red onion, nuts, and feta cheese if using.
06 - Whisk together olive oil, white wine vinegar or lemon juice, honey or maple syrup, Dijon mustard, salt, and pepper in a small bowl.
07 - Drizzle the vinaigrette over the salad and toss gently to coat.
08 - Divide salad onto four plates and top each with a warm herb-crusted salmon fillet. Serve immediately.
