Phlippen Salmon Salad Bowl

The salad that doesn't feel like a salad. Flaky Phlippen salmon sits on a bed of fresh greens with crispy veggies, creamy avocado, and a smoky vinaigrette. It's light but satisfying, healthy but indulgent, and proof that salads can actually be exciting.

Prep: 15m | Cook: 0m (using leftover salmon) or 20m (making fresh) | Heat: Choice (any Phlippens sauce works)

Ingredients:

For the Salad:

• 2 Phlippen salmon fillets (from The Simplest Phlippen Salmon recipe), flaked
• 4 cups mixed greens (romaine, spinach, arugula)
• 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
• 1 cucumber, diced
• ½ red onion, thinly sliced
• 1 avocado, sliced
• ¼ cup crumbled feta or goat cheese
• 2 tbsp toasted sesame seeds or pumpkin seeds
• Optional: hard-boiled eggs, edamame, shredded carrots

For the Phlippen Vinaigrette:

• 3 tbsp Phlippens Sauce (same as used on the salmon)
• 2 tbsp olive oil
• 1 tbsp apple cider vinegar or lemon juice
• 1 tsp Dijon mustard
• 1 tsp honey
• Salt and black pepper to taste

The Gear:

• Large salad bowls
• Small jar or bowl for dressing
• Whisk or fork

Instructions:

1. The Dressing: In a small jar or bowl, combine Phlippens Sauce, olive oil, apple cider vinegar, Dijon mustard, honey, salt, and pepper. Whisk or shake vigorously until emulsified and smooth. Taste and adjust seasoning as needed.
2. The Base: Divide the mixed greens evenly between two large salad bowls.
3. The Build: Top each bowl with cherry tomatoes, cucumber, red onion, avocado slices, and any optional add-ins like hard-boiled eggs or edamame.
4. The Salmon: Flake the Phlippen salmon into bite-sized pieces and arrange on top of each salad. If using leftover cold salmon, it's delicious as-is. If you prefer it warm, gently reheat in the microwave for 30 seconds.
5. The Finish: Drizzle the Phlippen vinaigrette over each bowl. Sprinkle with crumbled feta and toasted seeds for extra texture and flavour.
6. The Toss: Either toss everything together or let each person mix their own bowl. Serve immediately.

Phlippen Tip: This salad is the ultimate leftover hack. Make extra salmon when you're cooking The Simplest Phlippen Salmon, and you'll have this beautiful bowl ready in minutes the next day.

Pro-Tips & Pairings:

• Leftover Love: This bowl keeps well if you store the components separately. Pack the greens, toppings, salmon, and dressing in separate containers for a perfect grab-and-go lunch.
• Drink This: A crisp Sauvignon Blanc, sparkling water with lemon, or a green iced tea to keep things light and refreshing.
• Hungry for More? Pair with our Phlippen Chicken Wrap for a double-salad lunch spread, or serve alongside our Phlippen Sweet Heat Cauliflower Bake for a lighter dinner.
• Protein Swap: No salmon? Use leftover chicken from our Phlippen Lollipop Chicken Drums or grilled shrimp from our Phlippen Garlic Shrimp Linguine.
• Make It Vegan: Skip the salmon and cheese, and add crispy chickpeas tossed in Phlippens for a plant-based protein boost.