Description
Avocado and Smoked Salmon Salad with Feta and Walnuts is a refreshing and nutritious dish. It combines bright flavors and colorful ingredients, making it perfect for a light meal. This salad is easy to prepare and packed with healthy fats and protein.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 cups mixed salad greens (arugula, spinach, or lettuce)
- 1 ripe avocado, sliced
- 6 ounces smoked salmon, sliced
- 1/4 cup crumbled feta cheese
- 1/4 cup walnuts, toasted
- 1/4 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1/4 red onion, thinly sliced
- 3 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
- 1/2 teaspoon honey (optional)
- Salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
Instructions
- In a large salad bowl, arrange the mixed greens as the base.
- Top the greens with sliced avocado, smoked salmon, crumbled feta cheese, toasted walnuts, cherry tomatoes, and red onion.
- In a small bowl or jar, whisk together the olive oil, lemon juice, Dijon mustard, honey (if using), salt, and pepper until emulsified.
- Drizzle the dressing over the salad just before serving. Toss gently to combine or leave undressed for individual serving preference.
- Divide the salad onto plates or serve family-style. Enjoy as a light main course or pair with crusty bread for a heartier meal.
Notes
- Use ripe avocados for the best texture and flavor.
- Toast the walnuts lightly before adding them to the salad for extra crunch.
- Make the dressing just before serving to keep the salad fresh and crisp.