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Canned Salmon Salad

A quick and easy canned salmon salad that combines creamy flavors with crunchy veggies, perfect for lunch or a light meal.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Total Time 10 minutes
Servings: 2 servings
Course: Lunch, Salad
Cuisine: American, Healthy
Calories: 250
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 1 can canned salmon Any type works
  • 2 tablespoons mayonnaise Adjust to taste
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice Freshly squeezed preferred
  • 1 pinch black pepper To taste
Optional Add-ins
  • 1 cup chopped celery For crunch
  • 1/2 cup diced red onion To taste
  • 1/2 cup diced cucumber To taste
  • 1 cup cooked potatoes Cubed, optional for chunkiness
  • 1/2 cup cooked rice For a sushi vibe, optional

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Drain the canned salmon and set aside.
  2. In a bowl, combine the canned salmon, mayonnaise, lemon juice, and black pepper.
  3. Add any optional add-ins such as celery, red onion, cucumber, cooked potatoes, or rice.
  4. Mix well until all ingredients are thoroughly combined.
Serving
  1. Serve on toasted sourdough or scoop into romaine leaves.

Notes

This salad is highly customizable with various add-ins. Adjust the amounts of mayonnaise and lemon juice to taste. Keep a backup can of canned salmon in your pantry for quick meals.