Salmon Salad with Olive Oil Dressing

Protein Units: 1.5 units per serving Starch Units: 0 per serving

Nutrition Strategy Tags

Lower Carb · Mediterranean · Protein-First

Why This Meal Works

Combines high-quality protein with omega-3 fats to support recovery, cardiovascular, and brain health.

Per-Serving Nutrition

• Calories: ~450 kcal

• Protein: ~42 g

• Carbohydrates: ~6 g

• Fat: ~30 g

• Fiber: ~3 g

Serving size:
5 oz salmon over salad greens
Servings per recipe: 1

Time Required

Prep: 5 min
Cook: 10 min
Total: 15 min

Ingredients

Protein: 6oz salmon
Vegetables/Fruit: mixed greens, cucumber, tomato
Fat: olive oil
Flavor: lemon, vinegar, salt, pepper

Instructions

1. Cook salmon to desired doneness.

2. Toss vegetables with olive oil and lemon.

3. Serve salmon over salad.

How to Use This Recipe With Your Macros

• Protein: ~35 g (~1.25 protein units)

• Carbs: minimal

• Fat: primary calorie source