Wheat Free Smoked Salmon Lettuce Cups with Avocado & Cucumber
Crisp butter lettuce leaves stand in for any kind of wrap or cracker here, making these little cups a naturally light and satisfying option that doesn't require any substitutions or specialty products. The filling is all about fresh, vibrant flavors — silky smoked salmon, creamy diced avocado, and cool cucumber come together in a way that feels genuinely elegant without much effort. A bright lemon and olive oil dressing ties everything together, and a scatter of fresh chives and dill gives each bite a herby lift that makes the whole thing taste like something you'd order at a nice brunch spot. Capers are optional but highly recommended if you love that briny punch against the richness of the salmon and avocado. Because every ingredient here is whole and unprocessed, you don't have to squint at labels or worry about hidden additives sneaking in. These cups come together quickly and are served immediately, so they're ideal for entertaining or a no-fuss lunch that still looks impressive on the table.
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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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