Turkey 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, then tossed in a bright dressing of coconut aminos, fresh lime and lemon juice, grated ginger, and a whisper of turmeric — every ingredient doing real work. A short rest in the refrigerator lets the citrus gently kiss the exterior of the salmon while keeping the inside silky and tender, which is exactly the texture you want in a tartare. Fanned avocado underneath adds creaminess and makes the whole plate look stunning with almost zero extra effort. The ingredient list is naturally free of poultry in any form, so there's nothing to swap or second-guess — just clean, confident flavors from start to finish. Coconut aminos bring a savory depth that keeps things interesting without relying on soy, and the scallion greens and optional cilantro add a fresh, herby lift right before serving. Whether you're entertaining or just treating yourself to something special on a weeknight, this one delivers.
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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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