Salmon Lentil Salad

Gluten Free
Health score
36%
Salmon Lentil Salad
30 min.
2
660kcal

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Welcome to a delightful culinary experience with our Salmon Lentil Salad, a dish that beautifully combines fresh flavors and nutritional richness in just 30 minutes! Perfectly gluten-free, this salad is not only a healthy option but also a tantalizing side dish that can easily steal the spotlight at any meal.

The hero of our recipe is the succulent salmon, broiled to perfection and flaked for easy enjoyment. Paired with protein-packed lentils, this dish provides a hearty texture that will leave you satisfied. The addition of crispy Black Forest-style bacon (if you choose to include it) brings a savory crunch that complements the other ingredients wonderfully.

Each bite is enhanced by the refreshing taste of diced cucumber and the sharpness of red onion, while fresh mozzarella balls lend a delightful creaminess. The dressing, a perfect blend of balsamic vinegar, olive oil, garlic, and mustard, adds a zesty compliment that ties the flavors together beautifully.

This salad is not just a feast for the taste buds; it is also vibrant and colorful, making it an impressive addition to any table. Whether you're looking for a nutritious side dish or a light meal, this Salmon Lentil Salad is sure to delight you and your guests alike. Dive into this wholesome dish that's as good for your body as it is for your palate!

Ingredients

  • slice bacon black forest-style
  • tablespoons balsamic vinegar 
  • 0.3 cup cucumber diced to taste
  • clove garlic minced
  • servings salt and ground pepper black to taste
  • 0.5 cup lentils rinsed
  • small mozzarella balls fresh cut into quarters (boccaccini)
  • teaspoon mustard 
  • tablespoons olive oil 
  • 0.3  onion diced red
  • fillet salmon 
  • cup water or as needed to cover

Equipment

  • bowl
  • frying pan
  • oven
  • whisk
  • pot
  • broiler

Directions

  1. Put lentils in a small pot with enough water to just cover; cook on medium heat until tender, 10 to 15 minutes. Set lentils aside to cool.
  2. Set oven rack about 6 inches from the heat source and preheat the oven's broiler.
  3. Cook salmon under the preheated broiler until the fish flakes easily with a fork, 5 to 7 minutes per side. Chop salmon and set aside to cool.
  4. Heat a small skillet over medium-high heat; cook bacon in skillet until crisp, 7 to 10 minutes. Chop bacon and set aside to cool.
  5. Mix cooled lentils, salmon, bacon, red onion, mozzarella, and cucumber together in a large bowl.
  6. Whisk balsamic vinegar, olive oil, garlic, mustard, salt, and pepper together in a small bowl; drizzle over the lentil mixture and stir gently to coat.

Nutrition Facts

Calories660kcal
Protein26.27%
Fat53.26%
Carbs20.47%

Properties

Glycemic Index
105.3
Glycemic Load
5.34
Inflammation Score
-7
Nutrition Score
29.654347633538%

Flavonoids

Catechin
0.17mg
Apigenin
0.01mg
Luteolin
0.02mg
Isorhamnetin
0.69mg
Kaempferol
0.09mg
Myricetin
0.03mg
Quercetin
2.82mg
Gallocatechin
0.07mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:660.36kcal
33.02%
Fat:39.38g
60.58%
Saturated Fat:9.29g
58.06%
Carbohydrates:34.04g
11.35%
Net Carbohydrates:18.89g
6.87%
Sugar:4.23g
4.7%
Cholesterol:79.21mg
26.4%
Sodium:201.33mg
8.75%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:43.71g
87.41%
Folate:256.35µg
64.09%
Fiber:15.15g
60.62%
Selenium:38.37µg
54.82%
Vitamin B6:1.03mg
51.47%
Vitamin B12:2.76µg
45.97%
Vitamin B1:0.66mg
44.05%
Vitamin B3:8.42mg
42.11%
Phosphorus:417.99mg
41.8%
Manganese:0.75mg
37.62%
Calcium:305.83mg
30.58%
Potassium:968.52mg
27.67%
Vitamin B2:0.44mg
26.15%
Iron:4.68mg
25.99%
Vitamin B5:2.58mg
25.77%
Copper:0.51mg
25.71%
Magnesium:92.75mg
23.19%
Zinc:3.08mg
20.53%
Vitamin E:2.32mg
15.45%
Vitamin K:12.31µg
11.72%
Vitamin C:4.14mg
5.02%
Vitamin A:71.49IU
1.43%
Source:Allrecipes