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5-ingredient salmon salad made with flaky canned salmon, celery, lemon, and creamy dressing
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5-Ingredient Salmon Salad

This 5-ingredient salmon salad is a quick, no-cook meal made with flaky canned salmon, crisp celery, lemon juice, and a light creamy dressing. Ready in minutes, it’s perfect for easy lunches, light dinners, or simple meal prep.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Total Time 10 minutes
Servings: 2
Course: Lunch
Cuisine: American
Calories:
Ingredients Method

Ingredients
  

  • 1 can salmon 5–6 oz, drained
  • ¼ cup mayonnaise or Greek yogurt
  • 1 tbsp lemon juice
  • 1 celery stalk finely chopped
  • Black pepper to taste

Method
 

  1. Before You Begin
  2. Prepare and measure all ingredients before starting. Drain canned salmon thoroughly to avoid excess moisture. Mixing times and texture may vary depending on ingredient temperature and brand, so adjust gently as needed.
  3. Step 1 — Preparation
  4. Drain canned salmon well and chop celery finely.
  5. Step 2 — Flake the Salmon
  6. Place salmon in a bowl and gently break into medium flakes.
  7. Step 3 — Add the Dressing Base
  8. Stir in mayonnaise or Greek yogurt gradually until creamy.
  9. Step 4 — Add Lemon & Celery
  10. Mix in lemon juice, celery, and black pepper.
  11. Stir gently to avoid mashing the salmon.
  12. Step 5 — Chill (Optional)
  13. Refrigerate 20–30 minutes to help flavors blend and firm texture.
  14. Cook Notes:
  15. This is a no-cook recipe. Prep takes about 10 minutes from start to finish. For best texture, gently flake the salmon and mix just until combined. Chilling the salad for 20–30 minutes is optional and helps the flavors settle, but it can be served immediately.