Capsaicin Free Smoked Salmon Lettuce Cups with Avocado & Cucumber
These elegant little cups are proof that fresh, vibrant food doesn't need heat to pack a punch. Silky smoked salmon, creamy diced avocado, and cool cucumber come together in crisp butter lettuce leaves for a dish that feels both light and deeply satisfying. The bright lemon dressing — built from olive oil, fresh juice, and a touch of zest — ties everything together without relying on any spicy elements, making it a genuinely safe and delicious choice for anyone avoiding capsaicin. Fresh chives and dill add herby complexity, so the flavor profile stays interesting and layered from the very first bite. Many ready-made salmon dishes sneak in chili flakes or hot sauces, but every ingredient here is straightforward and easy to verify. Assembly is quick and fuss-free: just whisk, toss, and spoon into the lettuce cups right before serving. These are perfect for a light lunch, an appetizer spread, or any time you want something that looks impressive without much effort at all.
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4 servings
For the cups
- 1 head butter lettuce, leaves separated
For the filling
- 6 oz smoked salmon, torn into bite-sized pieces
- 1 ripe avocado, pitted and diced
- 1 medium cucumber, seeded and diced
- 2 tbsp fresh chives, thinly sliced
- 2 tbsp fresh dill, roughly chopped
For the dressing
- 3 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- 2 tbsp fresh lemon juice
- ½ tsp lemon zest
- ¼ tsp sea salt, or to taste
- ¼ tsp black pepper, or to taste
For serving
- 1 tbsp capers, drained (optional)
- lemon wedges, for serving (optional)
Instructions
- 1
In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, lemon juice, lemon zest, sea salt, and black pepper until combined and slightly emulsified.
- 2
In a separate bowl, gently toss the diced avocado and cucumber with half the dressing until lightly coated.
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