Description
A quick and healthy canned salmon salad with fresh dill, lemon, celery, and red onion, perfect for sandwiches or salads.
Ingredients
- 1 can salmon, drained
- 2 tablespoons fresh dill, chopped (or 2 teaspoons dried dill)
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice (fresh preferred)
- 1/4 cup red onion, finely diced
- 1/4 cup celery, diced
- Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
- Optional for serving: lettuce leaves, sandwich bread, croissants, or crackers
Instructions
- Open the can of salmon and drain off the liquid. Transfer the salmon to a mixing bowl.
- Flake the salmon into bite-sized pieces with a fork. Remove large skin pieces or bones if preferred.
- Add the chopped fresh dill to the bowl.
- Pour in the lemon juice, then add the finely diced red onion and diced celery.
- Gently fold everything together with a fork until evenly combined, being careful not to over-mash.
- Season with salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste. Serve immediately, or cover and chill for 15–30 minutes to let flavors meld.
Notes
For creamier texture, stir in 1–2 tablespoons of mayonnaise or Greek yogurt. Serve on croissants or lettuce for a delightful meal.