Citric Acid Free Paleo Smoked Salmon Roll-Ups
These elegant little roll-ups bring together silky smoked salmon, creamy avocado, and crisp cucumber in a bite-sized package that feels fancy enough for a party but easy enough for a weeknight snack. The avocado filling gets bright, herby flavor from fresh chives and dill, so every roll is packed with personality without relying on any processed additives or preservatives. For anyone avoiding citric acid — which sneaks into a surprising number of packaged foods, dressings, and even some smoked fish products — this recipe keeps things clean by using fresh lemon juice as the only acidic element, so you stay in full control of what goes in. The cucumber matchsticks add a satisfying crunch that balances the richness of the salmon and avocado beautifully. Capers are optional but worth it if you have them on hand — they bring a briny pop that takes the whole thing up a notch. These come together quickly and can be prepped just ahead of time, making them a genuinely stress-free option when you need something impressive without a lot of fuss.
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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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