5 from 78 votes
Canned Salmon Salad
Canned Salmon Salad mixes flaked canned salmon with mayonnaise, Dijon mustard, capers, and scallions, offering a creamy, slightly tangy flavor with savory accents. Black pepper and optional hot pepper sauce add a touch of spice. The salad can be served immediately or chilled to allow flavors to meld, suitable as a sandwich filling or light meal.
Prep Time
15 mins
Total Time
15 mins
Servings:
2
servings
Calories:
337 kcal
Course:
Salad
Cuisine:
American
Ingredients
- 7.5 ounces canned salmon
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper
- ¼ cup mayonnaise
- 2 teaspoons Dijon mustard
- ½ teaspoon hot pepper sauce optional
- 1 tablespoon capers
- ¼ cup scallions thinly sliced, green part only
Instructions
- Drain the salmon well. Transfer it to a small bowl and flake it with a fork.
- Add the black pepper, mayonnaise, Dijon mustard, and (if using) hot pepper sauce. Mix well.
- Mix in the capers and scallions.
- Serve immediately, or cover and chill for an hour to allow the flavors to meld.
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Notes
- If canned salmon lacks salt, add about ¼ teaspoon to the salad for seasoning.
- Optional mix-ins include chopped olives, pickles, celery, red onions, cilantro, or diced boiled eggs for added texture and flavor.
- Leftovers keep in the refrigerator for up to three days; stir well before serving.
- Freezing leftovers is not recommended to maintain texture.
Nutrition Information
Serving
0.5recipe
Calories
337kcal
(17%)
Carbohydrates
1g
(0%)
Protein
21g
(42%)
Fat
26g
(40%)
Saturated Fat
4g
(20%)
Sodium
469mg
(20%)
Sugar
3g
(6%)
Nutrition Facts
Serving: 2 servings
Amount Per Serving
Calories 337
% Daily Value*
| Serving | 0.5recipe | |
| Calories | 337kcal | 17% |
| Carbohydrates | 1g | 0% |
| Protein | 21g | 42% |
| Fat | 26g | 40% |
| Saturated Fat | 4g | 20% |
| Sodium | 469mg | 20% |
| Sugar | 3g | 6% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.