Emulsifier Free Paleo Smoked Salmon Roll-Ups
Smoked salmon wrapped around creamy avocado and crisp cucumber is one of those combinations that feels indulgent but comes together with almost no effort. The avocado filling gets brightness from fresh lemon juice and a herby punch from chives and dill, making every bite feel fresh and a little fancy. What makes this recipe such a relief is that every single ingredient is exactly what it says it is — no processed spreads, no stabilized condiments, no hidden additives working behind the scenes to hold things together. The avocado does all the binding naturally, which is exactly the kind of clean, whole-food approach that makes emulsifier-free eating genuinely satisfying rather than a compromise. Optional capers add a briny pop that plays beautifully against the rich salmon and buttery avocado. These roll-ups work just as well as a quick lunch as they do passed around at a gathering, and the fact that they can be prepped an hour ahead makes them genuinely practical.
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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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