Grilled Salmon & Strawberry Spinach Salad
A vibrant, nutrient-packed salad featuring warm grilled salmon, sweet strawberries, and crunchy almonds. Drizzled with a simple balsamic vinaigrette for a refreshing and satisfying lunch.
The perimenopause lens
A cautious perimenopause lens
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Perimenopause symptoms and relief · Office on Women’s HealthSkin changes
Look beyond one ingredient
Hydration, overall nutrition and health context matter more than crediting a single food or supplement.
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Low energy
Check how the whole meal lands
Food is one part of energy. Notice meal timing, sleep and symptoms together rather than assigning the result to one nutrient.
Track: energy 1–3 hours later
Appetite changes
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One meal does not determine body weight. Look at fullness, energy and repeatable eating patterns over time instead.
Track: fullness + meal rhythm
Fatigue
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Notice energy alongside sleep, meals and symptoms across several days. Ongoing fatigue deserves a clinical conversation.
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Before you start
Your 20-minute game plan
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Equipment
Large skillet · Mixing bowl
Time saver
To save time on busy weekdays, use leftover cooked salmon from last night's dinner or swap in high-quality canned wild-caught salmon.
Do these three things first
- 1Preheat a grill or pan over medium-high heat.
- 2Prep cup strawberries (sliced)
- 3Set out all ingredients before cooking
Ingredients
Gather as you go
Ingredients
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One clear step at a time
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Next: Preheat a grill or pan over medium-high…
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Preheat a grill or pan over medium-high…
Preheat a grill or pan over medium-high heat. Coat the salmon fillet lightly with the cooking olive oil, salt, and black pepper.
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Grill or pan-sear the salmon for 4…
Grill or pan-sear the salmon for 4 to 5 minutes per side, or until it easily flakes with a fork. Set aside to rest briefly.
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In a large bowl
In a large bowl, combine the baby spinach, sliced strawberries, and sliced almonds.
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Drizzle the salad with the balsamic vinegar…
Drizzle the salad with the balsamic vinegar and extra virgin olive oil. Toss gently to evenly coat the greens.
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Top the dressed salad with the warm…
Top the dressed salad with the warm salmon fillet and enjoy immediately.
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The nutrition underneath
Why this bowl holds together
To save time on busy weekdays
To save time on busy weekdays, use leftover cooked salmon from last night's dinner or swap in high-quality canned wild-caught salmon.
Toast the almonds in a dry…
Toast the almonds in a dry skillet for 1 to 2 minutes over medium heat to bring out their natural oils and add extra crunch.
If you find raw spinach hard…
If you find raw spinach hard to digest, massage it lightly with the dressing for a minute before adding the other ingredients to soften the leaves.
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