High Fructose Corn Syrup Free Cilantro-Lime Salmon Cucumber Skewers
Bright, zesty, and genuinely refreshing, these salmon and cucumber skewers are the kind of dish that looks impressive but comes together with minimal effort. The marinade is built entirely from whole, recognizable ingredients — olive oil, fresh lime, garlic, ginger, and cilantro — so there's no need to scan a label or second-guess a bottled sauce hiding unwanted sweeteners. That's a bigger deal than it sounds, since so many store-bought marinades and glazes sneak in corn syrup derivatives that have no business being near good fish. Here, the brightness comes purely from citrus and herbs, and the turmeric adds a warm, earthy undertone that makes the whole thing feel a little more special. The cucumber rounds aren't just a pretty garnish — they stay cool and crisp against the seared salmon, giving you a satisfying contrast in every bite. A quick sear in a hot skillet gets the salmon perfectly opaque and flavorful without any fuss. Serve with extra lime wedges and you've got a clean, vibrant plate that earns its place at any table.
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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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