Pecan Free Whole30 Smoked Salmon and Avocado Plate
Silky smoked salmon, creamy avocado, and crisp cucumber come together on a bed of butter lettuce for a plate that looks like something from a weekend brunch spot — but takes almost no time to pull off at home. The bright lemon-caper dressing ties everything together with a briny, citrusy punch that makes each bite feel intentional and fresh. Red onion adds a little sharpness, and a generous scatter of fresh dill brings that herby finish that makes the whole thing feel complete. Every single ingredient here is naturally free from tree nuts, so there's no label-scanning or substitution stress involved — just clean, whole-food cooking from start to finish. It's the kind of meal that feels indulgent without actually being heavy, which is a rare and wonderful thing. If you're eating Whole30 and worried about getting bored, this plate is a strong reminder that the food can be genuinely exciting.
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2 servings
- 4 oz smoked salmon
- 1 large ripe avocado, halved, pitted, and sliced
- ½ english cucumber, thinly sliced
- ¼ small red onion, very thinly sliced
For the dressing
- 1 tbsp fresh lemon juice
- 1 tbsp extra-virgin olive oil
- 1 tsp capers, drained
- ¼ tsp black pepper
- ¼ tsp fine sea salt
For serving
- 2 tbsp fresh dill, roughly chopped
- 4 large butter lettuce leaves
- lemon wedges, for serving (optional)
Instructions
- 1
In a small bowl, whisk together the lemon juice, olive oil, capers, black pepper, and sea salt until combined.
- 2
Arrange 2 butter lettuce leaves on each plate as a base. Fan the avocado slices and cucumber slices over the lettuce, alternating them across the plate.
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