Paraben Free Cilantro-Lime Salmon Cucumber Skewers
Fresh salmon cubes get a quick bath in a bright marinade of lime juice, lime zest, garlic, ginger, turmeric, and cilantro before hitting a hot skillet — and the result is bold, citrusy, and genuinely crave-worthy. The cucumber rounds threaded between each piece of fish aren't just pretty; they add a cool, crisp contrast that balances the warm spice of the turmeric and ginger beautifully. Everything here is built from whole, recognizable ingredients — fresh herbs, extra-virgin olive oil, real citrus — so there's no need to scrutinize labels or worry about synthetic preservatives hiding in a bottled sauce or seasoning blend. That kind of ingredient transparency is exactly what makes this recipe such a reliable go-to. The pan-sear method keeps things simple and weeknight-friendly, delivering salmon that's perfectly opaque and flaky without any fuss. A squeeze of fresh lime over the finished skewers right before serving ties the whole dish together and makes it feel just a little bit special.
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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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