Baked Salmon Salad with Cilantro Lime Dressing

Salads often get a bad reputation for being bland and uninspiring. However, they can be an exciting and nutritious meal with the right combination of fresh ingredients, textures, and flavors. If you’ve ever felt that your salads are lacking depth, this Baked Salmon Salad with Cilantro Lime Dressing will change your mind. 

It’s packed with high-quality protein, healthy fats, and essential vitamins, making this a fantastic option for anyone looking to eat clean while still enjoying a delicious meal. Plus, it’s AIP friendly and loaded with nutrients to energize and satisfy you. More than just a salad, this meal bursts with fresh flavors and offers brain-boosting benefits.

Benefits of Salmon

Salmon is a nutritional powerhouse and one of the best sources of omega-3 fatty acids, essential for brain function, heart health, and reducing inflammation. It’s a high quality choice of protein, making it perfect for those on a Paleo-friendly diet. Additionally, salmon is rich in vitamins and minerals. This includes vitamin D, which supports bone health, immunity, and mood regulation.

With its mild, buttery flavor and flaky texture, salmon pairs beautifully with fresh greens and vibrant toppings. It’s truly the ultimate protein choice for a satisfying salad.

Cilantro Lime Dressing

A good dressing can take any salad from average to extraordinary. This creamy cilantro lime dressing does just that and compliments the baked salmon salad quite well. The dressing features avocado, fresh cilantro, and zesty lime juice, adding a creamy and refreshing contrast to the crisp greens and vegetables. Plus, the combination of cumin enhances the flavors while providing digestive health benefits.

But the real differentiator is adding Vitamin D3 and K2 Liquid.

Why Add Vitamin D3 and K2 Liquid?

While salmon is naturally high in vitamin D, adding a dose of AMMD™ Vitamin D3 and K2 Liquid to the dressing provides an extra boost for bone health and immune support. Vitamin K2 works synergistically with Vitamin D3 to ensure calcium is properly absorbed and directed to the bones rather than soft tissues. This means that not only is this salad delicious, but it also supports your overall wellness and longevity. 

How To Make Baked Salmon Salad?

Prepare the Dressing

To create the creamy cilantro lime dressing for the Baked Salmon Salad, add the avocado, Vitamin D3 and K2 Liquid, cilantro, cumin, lime juice, lime zest, sea salt, and avocado oil to a blender or food processor.

Blend until the mixture becomes smooth and creamy. Adjust the consistency by adding water, one tablespoon at a time, until it reaches the perfect drizzling texture. Taste and tweak the lime juice or salt to your preference. For the best flavor, refrigerate the dressing until ready to use, allowing all the ingredients to meld together beautifully.

Bake the Salmon

To prepare the salmon for the Baked Salmon Salad, you’ll want to preheat your oven to 400°F. While the oven heats up, pat the salmon fillets dry with a paper towel and generously season them with sea salt and avocado oil.

Place the salmon fillets on a parchment-lined baking sheet and bake for 18-20 minutes or until the salmon’s internal temperature reaches 145°F. Once the salmon is cooked through and perfectly flaky, sprinkle some lime zest over the top to enhance the flavor. Using a fork, gently break the salmon into smaller pieces, making it easy to distribute throughout the salad.

Assemble the Salad

Spread a generous layer of mixed greens across two plates or a large serving platter to bring everything together. Arrange the cucumber, radishes, and asparagus over the greens, ensuring an even distribution of color and texture.

Next, generously drizzle the creamy cilantro lime dressing over the baked salmon salad, infusing every bite with its zesty and creamy goodness.

Finally, top the salad with the baked salmon pieces and garnish with freshly chopped cilantro for an extra burst of freshness. Serve immediately and enjoy this nutrient-dense, flavor-packed meal!

Ready to Boost Your Health?

Incorporating Vitamin D3 and K2 Liquid into your diet is a simple yet powerful way to support bone health, immune function, and cardiovascular wellness. Try adding my Jicama Fries as a side to this delicious Baked Salmon Salad. This unique recipe calls for a zesty dipping sauce using AMMD’s Liquid Vitamin D3/K2. There are also many more ways to incorporate the Liquid Vitamin D3/K2, such as dressings, smoothies, or beverages, to maximize your nutrition.