Macadamia Free Salmon Tartare with Avocado & Citrus
Fresh, vibrant, and genuinely impressive, this salmon tartare is the kind of dish that looks like it came from a high-end restaurant but comes together with minimal effort in your own kitchen. Sushi-grade salmon is hand-cut into delicate dice and tossed in a bright dressing of coconut aminos, fresh lime and lemon juice, grated ginger, and a whisper of turmeric — every ingredient earning its place. The citrus gently "cooks" the exterior of the salmon during a short rest in the fridge, giving you that gorgeous contrast of slightly opaque edges and a silky, tender center. Fanned avocado underneath adds richness and creaminess that balances the punchy, tangy dressing beautifully. Because this recipe relies entirely on clean, whole-food ingredients, there's no need to scan labels or worry about hidden nut additions that sometimes sneak into restaurant-style tartares or pre-made dressings. Scatter some fresh cilantro on top and serve with lime wedges for a finish that's as pretty as it is delicious. It's the kind of dish you'll want to make every time you need to impress someone without breaking a sweat.
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4 servings
- 12 oz sushi-grade salmon fillet, skin removed
- 2 tbsp coconut aminos
- 1 tbsp fresh lime juice
- 1 tsp fresh lemon juice
- 1 tsp fresh ginger, finely grated
- 1 tsp extra-virgin olive oil
- 3 scallions, green tops only, thinly sliced
- ¼ tsp fine sea salt, plus more to taste
- ¼ tsp ground turmeric
For serving
- 2 ripe avocados, halved, pitted, and thinly sliced
- 1 tbsp fresh cilantro leaves (optional)
- lime wedges, for serving (optional)
Instructions
- 1
Place the salmon fillet on a clean cutting board and pat dry with paper towels. Using a sharp chef's knife, cut the salmon into 1/4-inch slices, then cut each slice into 1/4-inch strips, and finally into 1/4-inch dice. Transfer to a mixing bowl and refrigerate while you prepare the dressing.
- 2
In a small bowl, whisk together the coconut aminos, lime juice, lemon juice, grated ginger, olive oil, sea salt, and turmeric until combined.
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