Rice Free Salmon Tartare with Avocado & Citrus
Fresh, vibrant, and completely grain-free by nature, this salmon tartare is the kind of dish that feels like a restaurant splurge but comes together with minimal effort at home. Sushi-grade salmon is diced into tender little cubes and tossed in a bright dressing of coconut aminos, fresh lime and lemon juice, grated ginger, and a touch of turmeric — no soy sauce, no rice vinegar, nothing that sneaks in unwanted grains. The coconut aminos bring that savory, umami depth you'd expect from a classic tartare preparation while keeping everything clean and straightforward. A short rest in the refrigerator lets the citrus gently kiss the exterior of the salmon, creating that gorgeous just-cured texture without losing the silky, translucent center. Fanned avocado underneath adds creaminess and healthy fat that makes every bite feel luxurious and satisfying. It's naturally free of the grains and starches that often show up in tartare accompaniments, so you can focus entirely on the quality of the fish and the freshness of the ingredients. Serve it on chilled plates with a squeeze of lime and a scatter of cilantro, and it's genuinely stunning.
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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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