Description
A refreshing and nutritious keto-friendly salad featuring smoked salmon, soft-boiled eggs, creamy avocado, and a zesty lemon dill dressing. Perfect for a light lunch or dinner, this salad combines fresh greens, cherry tomatoes, and flavorful seasonings for a flavorful and satisfying meal.
Ingredients
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Salad Ingredients
- 4 oz smoked salmon (divided)
- 4 eggs (soft-boiled)
- ½ avocado (peeled and sliced)
- 10 cherry tomatoes (divided)
- 2 ½ oz arugula (or mixed baby greens)
- Salt (to taste)
- 2 tsp everything but the bagel seasoning
- ¼ lemon (cut into wedges for serving)
- 2 tbsp dill (roughly chopped)
Lemon Dill Dressing
- ¼ cup extra virgin olive oil
- ½ tsp Dijon mustard
- ¼ lemon (juiced)
- 1 tbsp dill (finely chopped)
- Sea salt (to taste)
Instructions
- Soft-Boil the Eggs: Bring a medium pot of water to a boil, then reduce heat to a simmer. Using a slotted spoon, carefully add the eggs one at a time to the simmering water.
- Cook the Eggs: Simmer the eggs gently for about 6 ½ minutes, allowing small bubbles to form around the shells. After 3 minutes, gently move the eggs around in the water with a spoon to keep yolks centered. Once cooked, transfer eggs to cold water to stop cooking and cool completely. Peel when cool to the touch.
- Prepare the Lemon Dill Dressing: Finely chop the dill and add it to a small jar with olive oil, Dijon mustard, lemon juice, and sea salt. Shake vigorously to combine and set aside.
- Assemble the Salad: Divide the greens evenly between two bowls. Drizzle with the lemon dill dressing and toss to coat the leaves thoroughly.
- Add Toppings: Arrange smoked salmon, sliced avocado, and cherry tomatoes over the dressed greens. Sprinkle avocado with salt and a squeeze of lemon juice to enhance flavor.
- Finish with Eggs and Garnish: Peel, halve the soft-boiled eggs, and add to the bowls. Season eggs with salt, sprinkle with fresh dill and everything but the bagel seasoning on top of the salad.
- Serve: Place lemon wedges on the side and serve the salad immediately for optimal freshness and flavor.
Notes
- For perfectly centered yolks, gently move the eggs around during cooking.
- Use fresh dill for the most vibrant flavor in the dressing and garnish.
- The salad is best enjoyed fresh but can be prepped ahead by keeping dressing separate until serving.
- Feel free to substitute greens with your favorite baby lettuce mix.
- This salad is naturally keto-friendly and low in carbs, perfect for a healthy lifestyle.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 7 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Keywords: Keto salad, smoked salmon salad, avocado salad, low carb lunch, healthy salad, lemon dill dressing, soft boiled eggs
