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Salmon Salad

Note: If you try this recipe, get a grownup's help because it requires using a knife.

Prep time: 10 minutes

What you need:

  • 8 ounces canned salmon (packed in water, not oil), drained
  • 1 small carrot, peeled and diced
  • 1 tablespoon cucumber, diced
  • 1 scallion, ends removed, finely chopped
  • 1 tablespoon fat-free plain Greek yogurt or low-fat/fat-free mayonnaise
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • Juice of 1/2 lemon

Equipment and supplies:

  • Knife and cutting board
  • Medium mixing bowl

What to do:

  1. Put all ingredients in a mixing bowl.
  2. Stir well to combine. Serve and enjoy!

Nutritional analysis (per serving):

  • 140 calories
  • 23g protein
  • 3g fat
  • 0g sat. fat
  • 4g carbohydrate
  • 1g fiber
  • 40mg cholesterol
  • 220mg sodium
  • 2g sugars

Serves: 1 1/2 cup

Serving size: 3/4 cup

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