Pescatarian Cilantro-Lime Salmon Cucumber Skewers
These skewers are bright, fresh, and genuinely impressive — the kind of appetizer or light main that disappears fast at any gathering. Salmon cubes get a quick marinade in lime juice, zest, garlic, ginger, turmeric, and cilantro, which means every bite is layered with citrusy, herby flavor before the pan even gets hot. Threading the fish with cool cucumber rounds keeps things light and adds a satisfying crunch that plays beautifully against the seared salmon. The whole thing comes together in a single skillet, so there's no grill setup or complicated equipment required. Because every ingredient here is straightforward and plant- or seafood-based, you don't have to second-guess anything on the label or worry about hidden meat-based additives sneaking in. Serve them straight off the pan with an extra squeeze of lime and a few fresh cilantro sprigs, and they look like something from a restaurant menu with almost zero effort.
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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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