Paraben Free Paleo Smoked Salmon Roll-Ups
These elegant little bites bring together silky smoked salmon, creamy avocado, and crisp cucumber in a way that feels effortlessly impressive. The avocado filling gets brightness from fresh lemon juice and a herby punch from chives and dill, so every roll is packed with flavor before you even get to the optional capers. Because the entire recipe is built around whole, unprocessed ingredients — fresh produce, fish, and herbs — there are no hidden additives or synthetic preservatives to worry about, which is exactly what makes this such a clean, confident choice. Parabens and other chemical preservatives tend to sneak into processed condiments and packaged foods, but this recipe sidesteps all of that by keeping things entirely from scratch. Rolling the salmon tightly around the cucumber matchstick gives each piece a satisfying crunch that balances the richness of the avocado beautifully. They come together quickly and look stunning on a plate, making them just as at home on a party spread as they are for a light lunch. Serve them right away for the best texture, or tuck them in the fridge for up to an hour if you need a little head start.
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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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