Grilled Salmon with Fresh Cucumber & Tomato Salad
Grilled Salmon with Fresh Cucumber & Tomato Salad is a vibrant, healthy dish that perfectly balances the rich flavor of perfectly grilled salmon with the crisp freshness of garden vegetables. In just 16 minutes, you can create an impressive meal that is both light and satisfying. The refreshing salad featuring juicy cherry tomatoes and crunchy cucumbers complements the smoky notes of the salmon, making this recipe ideal for busy weeknights or elegant gatherings.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 6 minutes
- Total Time: 16 minutes
- Yield: Serves 1
- Category: Main
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: Seafood
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 salmon fillet (about 150g)
- Salt & pepper, to taste
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1 cup cucumber, sliced
- 2 tbsp red onion, thinly sliced
- 1 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tbsp lemon juice
Instructions
- Season the salmon fillet with salt and pepper.
- Heat a non-stick skillet over medium-high heat with a drizzle of olive oil.
- Cook the salmon for 3-4 minutes on each side until golden brown and cooked through.
- In a mixing bowl, combine cherry tomatoes, cucumber, red onion, and parsley.
- Drizzle with olive oil and lemon juice; season with salt and pepper before tossing gently.
- Plate the grilled salmon alongside the fresh salad and serve immediately.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 17g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 70mg