BHA & BHT Free Cilantro-Lime Salmon Cucumber Skewers
Bright, zesty, and genuinely fresh-tasting, these pan-seared salmon and cucumber skewers are the kind of appetizer or light meal that looks impressive without demanding much effort. The marinade comes together in minutes using real, whole ingredients — olive oil, fresh lime juice, garlic, ginger, turmeric, and cilantro — so you know exactly what's going into every bite. That matters a lot when you're avoiding synthetic preservatives like BHA and BHT, which tend to sneak into processed sauces, bottled marinades, and even some packaged fish products. By starting with a fresh salmon fillet and building your own seasoning from scratch, you sidestep all of that without sacrificing any flavor. The cool cucumber rounds threaded between the salmon pieces aren't just pretty — they add a crisp, refreshing contrast to the warm, golden-seared fish. A quick sear in a hot skillet gets everything cooked through in under ten minutes, and the result is tender, flaky salmon with a fragrant citrus-herb crust that practically glows on the plate. Finish with a squeeze of lime and a few fresh cilantro sprigs, and you've got something that feels restaurant-worthy with zero compromise.
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4 servings
For the salmon
- 1 lb salmon fillet, skin removed, cut into 1-inch cubes
- 3 tbsp extra-virgin olive oil, divided
- 2 tbsp fresh lime juice (about 1 lime)
- 1 tsp lime zest
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tsp fresh ginger, grated
- ¼ tsp ground turmeric
- ¼ tsp salt
- ¼ tsp black pepper
- 3 tbsp fresh cilantro, finely chopped
For the skewers
- 1 large english cucumber, cut into 1-inch rounds
For serving
- lime wedges, for serving (optional)
- fresh cilantro sprigs, for serving (optional)
Instructions
- 1
In a small bowl, whisk together 2 tablespoons of the olive oil, the lime juice, lime zest, garlic, ginger, turmeric, salt, black pepper, and cilantro until combined. Add the salmon cubes and toss gently to coat. Let the salmon marinate at room temperature for 15 minutes.
- 2
While the salmon marinates, cut the cucumber into 1-inch rounds. Thread the skewers by alternating 2 pieces of salmon with 2 rounds of cucumber on each 6-inch skewer, starting and ending with cucumber.
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