Mustard Free Cilantro-Lime Salmon Cucumber Skewers
Bright, zesty, and genuinely fun to eat, 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 Tuesday night. The marinade is built from fresh lime juice, lime zest, garlic, ginger, turmeric, and cilantro — bold, layered flavors that come entirely from whole ingredients with zero hidden condiments to worry about. That matters more than it sounds, because so many sauces and spice blends sneak in mustard as an emulsifier or flavor booster, making even simple fish dishes a minefield for anyone avoiding it. Here, everything is straightforward and transparent, so you can marinate with confidence. The quick skillet sear locks in all that citrusy goodness while keeping the salmon moist, and the cucumber rounds add a refreshing crunch that balances the warm spices beautifully. A squeeze of fresh lime right before serving ties the whole plate together. These are impressive enough for guests but easy enough to make any night of the week.
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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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