Xanthan Gum Free Smoked Salmon Lettuce Cups with Avocado & Cucumber
These elegant little cups are proof that fresh, vibrant food doesn't need any additives or stabilizers to come together beautifully. Silky smoked salmon, creamy diced avocado, and cool cucumber nestle into crisp butter lettuce leaves for a combination that feels luxurious without a single processed ingredient in sight. The bright lemon-olive oil dressing ties everything together with just a whisk — no thickeners, no gums, nothing you'd need to second-guess on a label. Many store-bought dressings and packaged smoked salmon products can sneak in unexpected additives, so making everything from scratch here keeps things clean and completely in your control. Fresh chives and dill add a pop of herby flavor, and a handful of capers on top brings a briny little punch if you're feeling fancy. These are best served immediately so the lettuce stays crisp and the avocado stays bright, making them a perfect last-minute appetizer or a light, satisfying lunch.
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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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