Self-Isolation Salmon Salad

I only have two seven year old salmon cans left. I get some joy every time I open one as per my Self-Isolation Salmon Burgers post. Turns out I prefer salmon salad to the burgers because it is slightly less messy to prepare.

Canned salmon keeps for at least 5 years. I've eaten several cans that were packaged 7 years ago and so has my wife, Julia (but I didn't tell her). If the can you open smells like canned salmon, you can continue with this recipe:

• 1 can salmon (or leftover fresh salmon)

Dump in a bowl and add ~1/4 cup mayonnaise. 

Mix in chopped (pick a few of these):

• Green onion

• Chives

• Cilantro

• Parsley

• Shallots

• Celery

• Dill

• Capers

• Dill pickles

• Pickled peppers

• Jalapeño

• Avocado cubes

Add some lemon juice or hot sauce if you have any. Think about Palm Springs and fondly recall those lemons.

If you want to keep it simple, serve your salad over lettuce, crackers, avocado halves, or throw it between two slices of your favourite bread.

PS - If you want to make salmon burgers, mix in an egg and bread crumbs (or almond flour) and divide into 4 patties. Fry them up until golden brown.