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Smoked Salmon and Arugula Salad with Capers

Easy Smoked Salmon and Arugula Salad with Zesty Capers Kick

A vibrant Smoked Salmon and Arugula Salad with Capers, balancing smoky richness and fresh flavors.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Total Time 15 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Appetizer
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Salad
  • 8 ounces smoked salmon thinly sliced
  • 4 cups arugula fresh
  • 2 tablespoons capers rinsed
  • 1 cup cherry tomatoes halved
  • 1/4 medium red onion thinly sliced
For the Dressing
  • 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
  • 3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil good quality
  • 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
  • 1 teaspoon honey
  • to taste salt
  • to taste freshly ground black pepper

Equipment

  • Bowl
  • whisk
  • cutting board
  • knife

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Gently rinse arugula leaves under cold water, then spin or pat dry.
  2. Thinly slice smoked salmon if needed and arrange on a plate.
  3. Halve cherry tomatoes and thinly slice red onion rings.
  4. Whisk lemon juice, olive oil, Dijon mustard, honey, salt, and pepper in a small bowl.
  5. In a large bowl, combine arugula, tomatoes, and onions. Drizzle with dressing and toss gently.
  6. Arrange salmon strips atop the dressed greens and sprinkle capers evenly.
  7. Divide the salad onto individual plates and garnish with extra lemon zest and cracked pepper.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 10gProtein: 25gFat: 25gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 18gCholesterol: 50mgSodium: 500mgPotassium: 300mgFiber: 3gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 30mgCalcium: 100mgIron: 2mg

Notes

For added flavor, consider topping with shaved Parmesan cheese.

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