Interested in a high-protein meal that’s not only healthy but absolutely delicious? Look no further!

Today, I’m sharing a recipe straight from my newly launched 7-Day High-Protein Meal Plan — your ultimate guide to smarter eating with over 20 protein-packed recipes and expert nutrition tips!

This Salmon Salad with Basil Lemon Dressing is a perfect sneak peek of what’s inside. It’s quick, nutritious, and a treat for your taste buds. In less than 30 minutes, you’ll have a tangy, refreshing meal that supports your fitness goals.

Let’s jump in!

Ingredients

Salad:

• 4 salmon filets

• 1 tsp salt and pepper each

• 1 tbsp oil

• 1 lemon juiced

• 1 cup cherry tomatoes

• 2 cucumbers

• 1 large avocado

• 6 red radishes

• 1 cup leafy greens

Dressing:

• 1/2 cup basil

• 1 garlic clove

• 1 tbsp lemon zest

• 1 tbsp lemon juice

• 1 tbsp white wine vinegar

• 4 tbsp olive oil

• Salt and pepper

Why Wild-Caught Salmon is Worth it

Did you know that most of the fish you eat was raised on a farm?

While that might sound like a sustainable solution, farm-raised salmon often contain more unhealthy fats and fewer natural minerals due to their processed diets. One study even found that farm-raised fish are 16 times more likely to contain polychlorinated biphenyls (PCBs), a persistent organic pollutant that has been linked to diabetes and obesity.

Conversely, thanks to their more natural diet and active lifestyle, wild-caught salmon are normally leaner and packed with healthy omega-3 fatty acids.

Finding More Protein

Whether you’re looking to boost your fitness, shed some pounds, or improve your gut health, a high-protein diet can improve your wellbeing in a number of ways. But sometimes, getting enough protein into your diet is easier said than done.

As a rule of thumb, for a high-protein diet requires around 1.5-2 grams per pound of body weight daily. For reference, here’s a breakdown of protein content in common foods.

If you’re wondering how to get enough protein into your routine, then …

Check Out My Meal Plan!

Directions

1. Preheat oven to 375 degrees F and prepare a baking sheet by lining it with parchment paper.

2. Take salmon and pat dry with a paper towel. Place on baking sheet. Top with lemon juice and season with salt and pepper. Cook for 10-12 minutes or until desired doneness.

3. Chop cucumbers, cherry tomatoes, radishes, and avocado, and place into bowl. Drizzle with olive oil and let rest.

4. In a small blender or food processor, add in dressing ingredients and blend until smooth.

5. Once the salmon is done, place into bowl with vegetables and drizzle the desired amount of dressing.