Mediterranean Diet Friendly Salmon Tartare with Avocado & Citrus
Raw fish dishes can feel intimidating to pull off at home, but this tartare is genuinely approachable and the results are stunning. Sushi-grade salmon gets hand-diced and tossed in a bright, citrus-forward dressing built from fresh lime and lemon juice, grated ginger, and a touch of extra-virgin olive oil — ingredients that sit squarely at the heart of Mediterranean-style eating. Coconut aminos add a subtle savory depth without any soy, and a pinch of turmeric gives the whole bowl a warm, golden glow. A short rest in the refrigerator lets the citrus gently cure the exterior of the salmon while keeping the inside silky and tender — no heat required, just a little patience. Fanned avocado underneath makes every bite creamy and rich, balancing the brightness of the dressing beautifully. The whole dish leans on heart-healthy fats from the salmon, olive oil, and avocado, which is exactly the kind of nourishing, ingredient-forward cooking this way of eating is built around. Serve it on chilled plates with a squeeze of lime and it looks like something you'd order at a nice restaurant — except you made it yourself.
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4 servings
- 12 oz sushi-grade salmon fillet, skin removed
- 2 tbsp coconut aminos
Chef's tipSoy sauce is saltier and less sweet; start with less and adjust. - 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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