Seared Salmon & Mixed Berry Salad

Name: Seared Salmon & Mixed Berry Salad
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 10 min
Total time: 40 min
Ingredients: 1 to 2 tablespoons (15 to 30 ml) fresh lemon juice; 2 teaspoons garlic powder; 1 teaspoon smoked paprika (optional); 4 wild-caught, skinless salmon fillets (about 4 ounces, or 115 g, each); ⅓ cup (80 ml) extra-virgin olive oil; 2 tablespoons (40 g) raspberry jam (ideally one with no added sugar); 2 tablespoons (40 g) raspberry jam (ideally one with no added sugar); 2 tablespoons (30 ml) balsamic vinegar; 1 to 2 tablespoons (15 to 30 ml) water, as needed; 1 tablespoon (11 g) Dijon mustard; Salt and pepper, to taste; Salt and pepper, to taste; 8 cups (240 g) baby spinach; 1 cup (150 g) blackberries; 1 cup (150 g) blueberries; 1 cup (150 g) strawberries, hulled and sliced; ¼ cup (38 g) crumbled feta cheese (optional); ¼ cup (10 g) fresh basil, finely chopped; ¼ cup (30 g) toasted walnuts, chopped

Preparation info

yield:
4
servings

Difficulty
Easy
Ready in
40 min

Appears in

The Build Your Bowl Salad Cookbook

By Nina Cherie Franklin

Published 2025

About

Packed with omega-3s and antioxidants, salmon and berries create a powerhouse duo for heart health. Toss in fresh spinach and a refreshingly sweet raspberry vinaigrette, and you’ve got a nutrient-rich, flavor-packed bowl that’s perfect for any meal.

Ingredients

For the Salmon

1 to 2 tablespoons (15 to 30 ml) fresh lemon juice
1 tablespoon (

Fish course
Pescatarian
Gluten-free

Method

Prepare the Salmon

In a small bowl, whisk together the lemon juice, olive oil, garlic powder, paprika, and salt and pepper. Place the fillets in a shallow dish, pour the marinade over them, and coat evenly. Cover and marinate in the fridge for 15 to 30 minutes. Preheat a skillet over