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Grilled Salmon and Kale Salad with Lemon Basil Vinaigrette

This Grilled Salmon and Kale Salad is perfect for summer barbecues or gathering. Packed with fresh organic produce and the Lemon Basil Vinaigrette adds a robust flavour to the delicious healthy salad. Enjoy this protein rich salad for lunch or side salad. 
Prep Time15 minutes
Cook Time15 minutes
Total Time30 minutes
Course: Salad
Servings: 2
Calories: 296kcal
Author: Rose

Equipment

  • small-medium sauce pot

Ingredients

Salad:

  • 2-6 oz salmon fillet, skin on
  • salt and pepper
  • couple of sprigs of fresh thyme and dill (optional)
  • 1/2 cup quinoa
  • 2 cups organic kale, stems removed and chopped
  • 1 cup organic mixed greens
  • 1/2 cup red cabbage, sliced
  • 3/4 cup cherry tomatoes, sliced
  • 1/4 cup feta, crumbled
  • 1/4 cup pistachios

Lemon Basil Vinaigrette:

  • 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
  • 2 tbsp lemon juice
  • 1 tbsp shallot, finely chopped
  • 1/2 tsp Dijon mustard
  • 1 tsp maple syrup
  • pinch of sea salt
  • 1 tbsp fresh basil, finely chopped

Instructions

  • Remove the salmon fillets from the refrigerator and allow them to sit at room temperature for 10-15 minutes. After 5 minutes or so, fire up the grill. Grease the grill before adding the salmon fillets. Place the salmon fillets to the greased medium-hot grill and turn over after 3-4 minutes. Set aside. Remove the skin before adding it to the salad.
  • In a small sauce pot, bring vegetable stock or water to a boil over high heat, then stir in quinoa. Reduce heat to simmer, cover and cook for 15 minutes. Remove from stove and fluff the quinoa with a fork and allow to cool uncovered.
  • In a measuring cup or small jar, whisk together olive oil, lemon juice, shallot, Dijon mustard, maple syrup, salt and basil. Set aside.
  • In a large bowl, add kale and drizzle 1/4 of the vinaigrette and massage the kale until it softens. Toss together with mixed greens, cherry tomatoes and quinoa.
  • Transfer to a serving bowl, garnish with crumbed feta and pistachios. Enjoy it for lunch or as a side dish.

Nutrition

Calories: 296kcal | Carbohydrates: 27g | Protein: 10g | Fat: 18g | Saturated Fat: 3g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 3g | Monounsaturated Fat: 10g | Cholesterol: 7mg | Sodium: 138mg | Potassium: 445mg | Fiber: 4g | Sugar: 4g | Vitamin A: 1780IU | Vitamin C: 29mg | Calcium: 70mg | Iron: 2mg