Turkey Free Cilantro-Lime Salmon Cucumber Skewers
These skewers are bright, fresh, and genuinely impressive — the kind of appetizer or light meal that disappears from the platter before you've even sat down. Cubes of salmon get a quick marinade in lime juice, zest, garlic, ginger, turmeric, and cilantro, soaking up every bit of that citrusy, aromatic punch in just 15 minutes. Threaded onto skewers with cool, crisp cucumber rounds, they hit that perfect contrast of warm, seared fish against something refreshing and crunchy. The whole thing comes together in a single skillet, so cleanup is minimal and the cook time is genuinely fast. Because every ingredient here is whole and straightforward — fresh fish, produce, olive oil, and spices — there's no need to scrutinize labels or worry about hidden poultry-based additives sneaking into your meal. A squeeze of extra lime over the finished skewers ties everything together and makes the flavors pop even more. Whether you're serving these as a starter or building a full spread around them, they're the kind of recipe you'll come back to again and again.
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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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