Viral Asian Salmon and Cucumber Salad

Ingredients

• 12 oz Salmon fillet (Skinless and cut into cubes)
• 1 tsp Cajun seasoning (Or to taste)
• 1 tsp Safflower oil (For coating the salmon before cooking)
• 3 English cucumbers (Cut into thin ribbons with a peeler or mandoline)
• 0.125 Red onion (Thinly julienned; the source specifies 1/8 of an onion)
• 0.25 cup Scallions (Chopped)
• 0.25 cup Fresh cilantro (Chopped)
• 1 diente Garlic (Grated)
• 0.25 cup Kewpie mayonnaise (Adjust to taste)
• 2 tbsp Soy sauce
• 2 tsp Infused safflower oil
• Sriracha (To taste)
• Crispy chili oil (To taste)
• Sesame seeds (A pinch or sprinkled to taste)

Steps

1. 1

   Remove the skin from the salmon and cut the fillet into evenly sized cubes. Pat them dry with paper towels so they brown better.

2. 2

   Place the salmon cubes in a bowl, coat them with the safflower oil, and season all over with the Cajun seasoning.

3. 3

   Preheat the air fryer to 400 °F (200 °C). Place the salmon in the basket in a single layer without overcrowding.

4. 4

   Cook the salmon for 9 minutes, until browned on the outside and completely opaque in the center. If the cubes are large, check that they reach an internal temperature of 145 °F (63 °C).

5. 5

   While the salmon cooks, cut the English cucumbers into long, thin ribbons using a peeler or mandoline. Julienne the red onion and chop the scallions and cilantro.

6. 6

   Place the cucumber ribbons, red onion, scallions, cilantro, and grated garlic in a clear 32 oz container.

7. 7

   Add the Kewpie mayonnaise, soy sauce, and infused safflower oil. Add sriracha and crispy chili oil to taste.

8. 8

   Gently fold in the cooked salmon and mix everything until the cucumbers and salmon are evenly coated with the dressing.

9. 9

   Sprinkle sesame seeds on top. Serve and enjoy immediately.

Notes

The source does not specify the amount of salmon, Cajun seasoning, or oil used for coating; quantities were estimated for 2 servings. Adjust the mayonnaise, sriracha, and crispy chili oil to taste. For a keto preparation, check that the soy sauce, sriracha, and crispy chili oil contain no added sugars.

Nutrition per serving

• salad
• main dish
• keto
• gluten-free
• high-protein
• air fryer
• dairy-free
• quick