Candida Diet Friendly Paleo Smoked Salmon Roll-Ups
Elegant enough for a party spread but simple enough for a weeknight snack, these little roll-ups bring together creamy avocado, cool cucumber, and silky smoked salmon in one satisfying bite. The avocado filling gets brightness from fresh lemon juice and a generous handful of chives and dill, so every roll is herbaceous and rich without feeling heavy. For anyone navigating a candida-conscious lifestyle, this kind of recipe is a genuine find — no grains, no added sugars, and every ingredient on the list is clean and straightforward. Smoked salmon can sometimes raise questions about hidden additives, so checking your label for a plain, minimally processed variety keeps things on track. The cucumber matchstick tucked inside each roll adds a satisfying crunch that makes these feel far more indulgent than they actually are. Optional capers bring a briny little pop that takes the whole thing up a notch. Make them ahead and refrigerate for up to an hour, and you've got a no-fuss appetizer or protein-packed snack ready to go whenever you need it.
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4 servings
- 8 oz smoked salmon, thinly sliced
- 1 large ripe avocado, pitted and peeled
- 1 tbsp fresh lemon juice
- 2 tbsp fresh chives, finely chopped
- 1 tbsp fresh dill, finely chopped
- ¼ tsp black pepper
- ¼ tsp salt
- ½ english cucumber, cut into 12 thin matchsticks (about 3 inches long)
- 1 tsp capers, drained (optional)
Instructions
- 1
In a small bowl, mash the avocado with the lemon juice, chives, dill, salt, and pepper until smooth with just a few small chunks remaining.
- 2
Lay a slice of smoked salmon flat on a cutting board. Spread about 1 heaping teaspoon of the avocado mixture across the lower two-thirds of the slice, then place one cucumber matchstick at the near edge. Add a few capers, if using.
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