Make This Salmon Salad for a Quick High Protein Lunch

Prep Time:30 minutes Cook Time: 45 minutes Servings: 4 minutes

This salmon salad combines flaky canned salmon with tangy capers and fresh, fragrant dill. This versatile salad can be enjoyed piled onto toast, stuffed into a pita or served over greens for a light, satisfying meal.

Ingredients:
  • ¼ cup whole-milk plain strained (greek-style) yogurt
  • ¼ cup finely chopped celery
  • 2 tablespoons finely chopped red onion
  • 3 tablespoons light mayonnaise
  • 2 tablespoons finely chopped fresh dill, plus more for garnish
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice (from 1 small lemon)
  • 2 teaspoons drained nonpareil capers, finely chopped
  • ¼ teaspoon ground pepper
  • ⅛ teaspoon salt
  • 1 (6-ounce) can no-salt-added water-packed salmon, drained
  • lemon wedges for serving (optional)
Directions:
  1. Combine ¼ cup yogurt, ¼ cup celery, 2 tablespoons red onion, 3 tablespoons mayonnaise, 2 tablespoons dill, 1 tablespoon lemon juice, the chopped capers, ¼ teaspoon pepper and ⅛ teaspoon salt in a medium bowl, stir well. Add drained salmon; stir gently, flaking the salmon into bite-size pieces, just until combined. Garnish with dill and serve with lemon wedges, if desired.