Michael Symon's Grilled Salmon and Zucchini Salad

Gluten Free
Dairy Free
Very Healthy
Low Fod Map
Health score
89%
Michael Symon's Grilled Salmon and Zucchini Salad
45 min.
4
393kcal

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Looking for a delicious and healthy meal that perfectly balances flavor and nutrition? Look no further than Michael Symon's Grilled Salmon and Zucchini Salad! This delightful dish is not only gluten-free and dairy-free, but it also scores an impressive 89 on the health scale, making it an excellent choice for anyone mindful of their dietary choices. With a preparation time of just 45 minutes, this recipe is perfect for a weekday lunch or a relaxed weekend dinner.

The star of this dish is the succulent salmon fillets, expertly grilled to achieve a satisfying char while maintaining their tenderness. Combined with fresh zucchini and a zesty lemon-dill dressing, this salad offers a refreshing burst of flavor in every bite. And let’s not forget the toasted almonds sprinkled on top, adding a delightful crunch and nutty aroma that rounds out the dish perfectly.

Whether you're adhering to a low FODMAP diet or simply looking to incorporate more wholesome meals into your routine, this grilled salmon and zucchini salad caters to all. It’s versatile enough to serve as a side dish, a main course, or even a hearty lunch. Treat yourself and your family to a nutritious meal that doesn’t compromise on taste – your taste buds will thank you!

Ingredients

  • 0.3 cup almonds toasted sliced
  • 0.5 teaspoon pepper black divided freshly ground
  • 0.3 cup optional: dill fresh chopped
  • 0.8 teaspoon kosher salt divided
  •  optional: lemon 
  • tablespoons olive oil extra virgin extra-virgin divided
  • 24 ounce salmon fillet 
  • cups zucchini thinly sliced ( 2 small)

Equipment

  • bowl
  • grill
  • grill pan

Directions

  1. Preheat grill or grill pan to high heat.
  2. Drizzle fillets with 1 tablespoon oil.
  3. Sprinkle fillets evenly with 3/8 teaspoon salt and 1/4 teaspoon pepper. Arrange fillets on grill rack or grill pan; grill 5 minutes or until desired degree of doneness, turning once.
  4. Grate lemon rind to equal 1 1/2 teaspoons; squeeze juice to equal 2 tablespoons.
  5. Combine rind, juice, remaining 2 tablespoons oil, remaining 3/8 teaspoon salt, remaining 1/4 teaspoon pepper, zucchini, and dill in a bowl; toss gently to coat.
  6. Place 1 fillet on each of 4 plates. Top each serving with about 2/3 cup salad; sprinkle each serving with 1 tablespoon almonds.

Nutrition Facts

Calories393kcal
Protein36.95%
Fat55.95%
Carbs7.1%

Properties

Glycemic Index
24.38
Glycemic Load
0.85
Inflammation Score
-7
Nutrition Score
31.412609017414%

Flavonoids

Cyanidin
0.14mg
Catechin
0.07mg
Epigallocatechin
0.15mg
Epicatechin
0.03mg
Eriodictyol
5.78mg
Hesperetin
7.53mg
Naringenin
0.17mg
Apigenin
0.01mg
Luteolin
0.53mg
Isorhamnetin
1.43mg
Kaempferol
0.42mg
Myricetin
0.16mg
Quercetin
2.56mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:393.18kcal
19.66%
Fat:24.57g
37.8%
Saturated Fat:3.43g
21.44%
Carbohydrates:7.02g
2.34%
Net Carbohydrates:4.49g
1.63%
Sugar:3.25g
3.61%
Cholesterol:93.55mg
31.18%
Sodium:520.96mg
22.65%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:36.52g
73.03%
Vitamin B12:5.41µg
90.15%
Selenium:62.63µg
89.47%
Vitamin B6:1.58mg
78.93%
Vitamin B3:14.07mg
70.37%
Vitamin B2:0.81mg
47.88%
Phosphorus:409.85mg
40.98%
Vitamin C:33.45mg
40.55%
Potassium:1180.81mg
33.74%
Vitamin B5:3.11mg
31.14%
Vitamin B1:0.45mg
30.06%
Copper:0.55mg
27.58%
Magnesium:85.81mg
21.45%
Vitamin E:3.14mg
20.92%
Manganese:0.4mg
20.07%
Folate:74.79µg
18.7%
Iron:2.36mg
13.11%
Zinc:1.61mg
10.75%
Vitamin K:10.73µg
10.22%
Fiber:2.53g
10.12%
Vitamin A:488.12IU
9.76%
Calcium:65.37mg
6.54%
Source:My Recipes