This ginger-dill salmon with cucumber and avocado salad is a light, refreshing meal that doesnt skimp on flavor.

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Place 4 salmon fillets on a large rimmed baking sheet; pat dry with paper towels.

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Season with 12 teaspoon each salt and pepper.

Halve them lengthwise and roughly chop into 12- to 1-inch pieces.

Transfer to a medium bowl.

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Serve the salmon with the cucumber-avocado salad.

Keep stirring the seeds until they become fragrant and lightly browned.

Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container and will remain good for about 3 days.

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We would pair this salad with rice, potatoes or grain.

Recipe developed by Marianne Williams

EatingWell.com, March 2025

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