Turkey Free Paleo Smoked Salmon Roll-Ups
These elegant little bites bring together silky smoked salmon, creamy herb-flecked avocado, and crisp cucumber in a roll that looks impressive but comes together with almost no effort. The avocado filling gets brightness from fresh lemon juice and a fragrant punch from both chives and dill, so every bite tastes fresh and alive. Rolling the salmon tightly around the cucumber matchstick gives you a satisfying crunch against that buttery, smoky exterior — it's a genuinely fun texture combination. Because the whole recipe leans on clean, whole ingredients, there's no need to scan labels for hidden additives or worry about processed fillers sneaking in. Capers are optional but highly recommended if you want a little briny pop that takes the flavor up another notch. These roll-ups work beautifully as an appetizer, a light lunch, or a protein-forward snack that actually keeps you full. Make them up to an hour ahead and they hold up perfectly in the fridge, which makes them a stress-free option for entertaining.
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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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