Our Salmon Salad w/ Sweet Vinegar Dressing Recipe is a powerhouse of fabulous nutrition! Today’s salmon salad recipe is great for lunch or dinner. Enjoy!  

Why we love Salmon Salad w/ Sweet Vinegar Dressing Recipe

Salmon Salad w/ Sweet Vinegar Dressing Recipe is healthy, healthy, healthy! Did I mention healthy?! lol.

It’s starts off with power greens, avocado slices, cucumbers, tomatoes, snap peas, and then add salmon and a sprinkle of sesame seeds on top. 

Ingredients in Salmon Salad w/ Sweet Vinegar Dressing Recipe

• mixed power greens
• cherry tomatoes
• snap peas
• petite cucumbers
• avocado
• salmon
• sesame seeds

Sweet Vinegar Dressing Recipe

• dashi
• HonDashi Bonito Soup Stock
• rice vinegar
• naturally brewed soy sauce
• sugar

 

Healthy benefits of Salmon Salad w/ Sweet Vinegar Dressing Recipe

• Salmon- Salmon is a flavorful, fatty fish that’s rich in heart-healthy omega-3 fatty acids, salmon is a low-calorie protein source that’s also low in saturated fat. The American Heart Association recommends eating at least two 3.5-ounce servings of fatty fish like salmon every week. Salmon is a good source of vitamin D, which is important for healthy bones. It’s also high in B Vitamins, good source of Potassium, loaded with Selenium, contains the Antioxidant Astaxanthin. 
• Avocados- are a great source of vitamins C, E, K, and B-6, as well as riboflavin, niacin, folate, pantothenic acid, magnesium, and potassium. They also provide lutein, beta-carotene, and omega-3 fatty acids. Although most of the calories in an avocado come from fat, don’t shy away!
• Cucumbers- good sources of fiber, particularly in the skin. They also provide potassium and magnesium. The AHA also recommend reducing sodium and increasing potassium intake to help prevent high blood pressure. The cucurbitacins in cucumber may also help prevent atheroslcerosis.
• Tomatoes- antioxidant lycopene, which has been linked to many health benefits, including reduced risk of heart disease and cancer. They are also a great source of vitamin C, potassium, folate, and vitamin K.
• Snap Peas- are an excellent source of vitamin K, which plays an important role in keeping your skeletal system strong. Vitamin K helps process calcium and adds it to your bone cells. This can help prevent bone problems like osteoporosis and bone fractures.
• Salad Greens- contain Vitamin A, Vitamin C, beta-carotene, calcium, folate, fiber, and phytonutrients. Leafy vegetables are a good choice for a healthful diet
• Sea Salt- Sea Salt is mostly composed of sodium chloride, a compound that helps regulate fluid balance and blood pressure in the body. Since it’s minimally processed, it contains some minerals, including potassium, iron, and calcium.
• Sesame Seeds- are an excellent source of manganese and calcium, both of which help your bones grow healthy and strong. Calcium also plays a role in nerve signal transmission, muscle movement, blood vessel function, and hormone release. 

More Salad Recipes

• Sun-dried Tomato and Olive Tuna Salad in Avocado.
• Pear, Blackberry, and Ricotta Spinach Salad
• Horiatiki Greek Village Salad 
• Country Italian Salad Recipe
• Asian Pear, Avocado, and Blue Cheese Salad
• Salmon Avocado Salad 
• Baked Goat Cheese & Pomegranate Salad with Orange Balsamic Vinaigrette Recipe
• Sun-dried Tomato and Olive Tuna Salad in Avocado.
• Lemon Honey Vinaigrette Recipe
• French Endive Salad

Salmon Salad w/ Sweet Vinegar Dressing Recipe

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