Mediterranean Diet Friendly Cilantro-Lime Salmon Cucumber Skewers
Bright, zesty, and genuinely impressive on a platter, these pan-seared skewers bring together tender salmon and cool cucumber rounds in a way that feels like a restaurant appetizer you somehow pulled off on a weeknight. The marinade does a lot of heavy lifting here — extra-virgin olive oil, fresh lime juice and zest, garlic, ginger, and a touch of turmeric give the fish a vibrant, aromatic coating in just 15 minutes. Salmon is already a cornerstone of heart-healthy eating, and pairing it with cucumber keeps things light and refreshing without sacrificing any satisfaction. The skillet method means you get a beautiful sear on the fish without firing up a grill, making this totally doable any time of year. Threading the cucumber between the salmon pieces isn't just pretty — it keeps everything moist and adds a clean, crisp contrast to each bite. A squeeze of lime at the table ties it all together and makes the whole dish pop. Whether you're serving these as a starter or a light main, they check every box: fresh ingredients, wholesome fats, bold flavor, and minimal 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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