Quick Salmon Avocado Dill Salad Bowl
Wild canned salmon tossed with creamy Greek yogurt, fresh dill, and sliced avocado for an effortless late-night meal. Packed with protein and heart-healthy fats, it requires no actual cooking and comes together in just 5 minutes.
Prep
5 min
Cook
0 min
Total
5 min
Makes
1 serving
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Made by Diana + Lila
Diana created this recipe with Lila and shared it with the perimenopause community.
The feel-good payoff
Why this meal can feel especially good in perimenopause
Think practical wins: steadier energy, comfortable fullness and one less food decision. Your response is personal, so use the prompts below to notice what works for you.
Perimenopause symptoms and relief · Office on Women’s HealthComfortably satisfied
Fullness that has staying power
This meal is designed to feel substantial, so finishing it can feel like the meal is complete rather than the start of an evening of grazing.
Notice: fullness 2–3 hours later
Steadier energy
Feel fueled, not flattened
A complete meal with protein, carbohydrates and fats is designed to offer more staying power than a quick carb-only fix.
Notice: energy 1–3 hours later
Evening comfort
Head toward bedtime properly fed
A satisfying evening meal can make the night feel simpler. Notice whether the portion and timing fit comfortably into your sleep routine.
Notice: timing + overnight comfort
Digestive comfort
A portion that works for you
Fiber and plants can support digestion, but more is not always better overnight. Start with a comfortable portion and build gradually.
Notice: comfort + portion
Setup
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Prep
5 min
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Total
5 min
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Equipment
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Time saver
For meal prep, you can mix the salmon and yogurt dressing ahead of time and keep it chilled in the fridge for up to 2 days; just slice the avocado right before eating to prevent browning.
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Instructions
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In a medium mixing bowl, combine 0.5 cup of plain Greek yogurt, 1 tsp of fresh lemon juice, 1 tsp of dried dill, a pinch of salt, and black pepper. Stir with a spoon until smooth and combined.
Look for: smooth and combined
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Flake 6 oz of canned pink salmon…
Flake 6 oz of canned pink salmon into the bowl using a fork. Fold gently into the yogurt mixture until evenly coated.
Look for: evenly coated
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Scoop the salmon salad into a serving…
Scoop the salmon salad into a serving dish and top with 0.25 of a sliced avocado.
Ready when: everything is assembled and ready to enjoy
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Serve immediately as a refreshing
Serve immediately as a refreshing, light, and protein-packed dinner.
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