High-Protein Salmon Salad Recipe: Fuel for Recovery & Performance

Looking for a meal that fuels recovery, boosts performance, and actually tastes amazing?

This High-Protein Salmon Salad hits all three.

It’s simple, quick to prep, and packed with nutrients that support strength, focus, and sustainable energy — everything your training body needs.

Ingredients (Serves 4 | 30 Minutes)

1. 24 oz (680 g) salmon fillets

2. 4 tbsp Greek yogurt

3. 1 large lemon (zest & juice)

4. 3 tbsp fresh dill (chopped)

5. 4 tbsp capers with brine

6. 3 celery stalks (finely chopped)

7. 4 green onions (finely chopped)

Instructions

1️⃣ Pat salmon dry with paper towels. Season with salt and pepper.
2️⃣ Heat 1 tbsp olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
Place salmon skin-side down and cook for 5-7 minutes. Flip and cook 2-3 minutes more until fully cooked.
3️⃣ Let cool slightly, remove the skin, and flake salmon into bite-sized pieces.
4️⃣ In a large bowl, whisk together 3 tbsp olive oil, Greek yogurt, lemon zest and juice, and dill.
5️⃣ Add salmon, capers, celery, and green onions. Gently toss to combine.
6️⃣ Chill for 30 minutes before serving.

Nutrition Per Serve

✅ Energy: 484 kcal
✅ Protein: 36 g
✅ Carbs: 4 g
✅ Fat: 36 g

Performance Tip

This recipe delivers a high-quality protein source combined with omega-3 fats from salmon to help manage inflammation and speed up recovery. Perfect after intense sessions or as a mid-day meal that keeps you sharp and fueled.

🎥 Watch the full 60-second recipe video on our YouTube channel (High-Protein Recipes in 60 Seconds series).

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