Pecan 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 cubes and tossed in a bright dressing of coconut aminos, fresh lime and lemon juice, grated ginger, and a whisper of turmeric — every ingredient pulling its weight. The brief rest in the refrigerator lets the citrus gently kiss the exterior of the salmon while keeping the interior silky and tender, which is the secret to that perfect tartare texture. Fanned avocado underneath adds richness and creaminess that balances the punchy, citrus-forward dressing beautifully. There are no nuts of any kind in this recipe — not in the dressing, not as a garnish — so you can plate it up and serve with complete confidence. A scatter of fresh cilantro and a squeeze of lime at the table make it feel even more alive. This one is elegant enough for a dinner party starter but easy enough to pull off on a weeknight when you want something special.
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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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