MSG Free Paleo Smoked Salmon Roll-Ups
Smoked salmon and creamy avocado are a match made in flavor heaven, and these little roll-ups deliver that combination in the most satisfying, no-fuss way. The avocado filling gets brightness from fresh lemon juice and a herby punch from chives and dill, while crisp cucumber matchsticks add a clean crunch to every bite. What makes this recipe such a smart choice for anyone avoiding hidden additives is that every single ingredient is whole and recognizable — no seasoning packets, no cured meats loaded with preservatives, no mystery flavor enhancers lurking in the mix. Smoked salmon can sometimes be a concern in this regard, so reading the label for a clean, minimally processed variety is the one small step worth taking. Once you have your ingredients sorted, the assembly is genuinely quick and almost meditative — lay, spread, roll, repeat. These are elegant enough to serve at a gathering but easy enough to throw together for a weekday lunch. The optional capers add a briny little pop that takes the whole thing to another level.
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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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