Salmon BLT Salad with Creamy Cilantro Tomatillo Dressing

If you love a classic BLT but also crave something fresh, nourishing, and a little elevated, this Salmon BLT Salad is calling your name. It takes everything we love about a traditional BLT – crispy bacon, juicy tomatoes, and crisp lettuce – and upgrades it with flaky baked salmon and a bold, creamy cilantro tomatillo dressing that ties everything together.

It is hearty enough to feel like a real meal, yet light and refreshing at the same time. Plus, it comes together in about 30 minutes, making it perfect for busy weeknights, quick lunches, or easy meal prep when you want something that feels special without a ton of effort.

How This Can Support Inflammation and Endometriosis

This salad brings together several ingredients that can be supportive for inflammation-conscious eating and hormone balance:

Salmon is rich in omega-3 fatty acids, which are known for their anti-inflammatory properties and may help reduce pain and inflammation associated with endometriosis.

Leafy greens and tomatoes provide antioxidants and fiber, supporting digestion and overall immune health.

Avocado and olive oil offer healthy fats that help stabilize blood sugar and support hormone function, both important when managing chronic inflammation.

Cilantro, tomatillos, garlic, and jalapeños add flavor while also contributing plant compounds that support detox pathways and digestion.

Paired together, this meal offers protein, fiber, and healthy fats – a combination that helps keep you full, energized, and balanced. It is one of those recipes that feels indulgent while still aligning with healing-focused, whole-food eating.

Why You Will Love This Recipe

• Ready in about 30 minutes
• Packed with protein and healthy fats
• Fresh, bold flavors with a creamy homemade dressing
• Great for lunch, dinner, or meal prep
• Naturally gluten-free and easy to customize

Whether you are making it for a quick solo lunch or serving it for dinner, this Salmon BLT Salad delivers big flavor with simple ingredients.

Salmon BLT Salad with Creamy Cilantro Tomatillo Dressing

This Salmon BLT Salad is a fresh, hearty twist on the classic BLT – made with flaky baked salmon, crispy bacon, juicy tomatoes, and crisp lettuce, all finished with a bold, creamy cilantro tomatillo dressing. It’s quick enough for busy weeknights but flavorful enough to feel special, making it perfect for lunch, dinner, or easy meal prep.

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Prep Time 15 minutes mins

Cook Time 15 minutes mins

Total Time 30 minutes mins

Servings: 2 servings

Course: lunch, Main Course, Salad

Cuisine: American

Ingredients Method

Ingredients

  

Salad

• 1 tbsp olive oil
• 1 salmon fillet
• 4 slices bacon
• 1 package romaine or butter lettuce chopped
• 2 Roma tomatoes diced
• 3 green onions sliced
• ¼ small red onion diced
• ½ avocado diced or sliced
• Salt & pepper to taste

Creamy Cilantro Tomatillo Dressing

• 1 c mayo
• ¼ c coconut milk
• 3 tomatillos husked and rinsed
• 1 bunch cilantro
• 3 green onions
• 1 tbsp lime juice
• 3 garlic cloves
• 2 jalapeños remove seeds for less heat
• ½ avocado
• 1 tbsp olive oil
• ½ tsp salt
• ½ tsp black pepper

Method

 

Bake the Salmon

1. Preheat oven to 400°F.
2. Place salmon on a baking sheet, drizzle with olive oil, and season with salt and pepper. Bake for 10–15 minutes, or until flaky and cooked to your liking.

Cook the Bacon

1. While salmon cooks, prepare bacon in a skillet or oven until crispy. Chop once cooled.

Prep the Salad

1. Wash and chop lettuce, tomatoes, green onions, and red onion. Divide evenly between two bowls.

Make the Dressing

1. Add mayo, coconut milk, tomatillos, cilantro, green onions, lime juice, garlic, jalapeños, avocado, and olive oil, salt, and pepper to a blender. Blend until smooth and creamy, scraping down sides as needed.
2. Taste and adjust salt or lime.

Assemble

1. Top salads with chopped bacon.
2. Drizzle with desired amount of dressing.
3. When salmon is done, slice in half and place on top of each bowl.
4. Serve immediately.