Carrageenan Free Cilantro-Lime Salmon Cucumber Skewers
Bright, zesty, and genuinely fun to eat, these salmon and cucumber skewers are the kind of appetizer or light meal that disappears fast at any table. The salmon gets a quick marinade in olive oil, fresh lime juice, garlic, ginger, and turmeric — a combination that smells incredible and delivers real depth of flavor without relying on any processed sauces or additives. That matters here, because many store-bought marinades and pre-seasoned fish products sneak in thickeners and stabilizers that people avoiding carrageenan have to watch out for. Every ingredient in this recipe is whole and straightforward, so you know exactly what you're working with. The cucumber rounds aren't just a pretty garnish — they add a cool, crisp contrast to the seared salmon that makes each bite feel refreshing. A quick pan-sear in a hot skillet gets the salmon perfectly opaque and flaky in just a few minutes per side, no grill required. Finish with a squeeze of fresh lime and a few cilantro sprigs, and you've got something that looks impressive but comes together with almost no fuss.
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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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