Turkey Free Whole30 Smoked Salmon and Avocado Plate
Silky smoked salmon, buttery avocado, and crisp cucumber come together on a bed of butter lettuce for a plate that looks like it belongs in a weekend brunch spread — but takes almost no time to pull off. The bright lemon-caper dressing ties everything together with a briny, citrusy punch that makes each bite feel intentional and fresh. Because the whole dish is built around fish, produce, and olive oil, there's no need to swap or substitute anything to keep it completely free of poultry. This is the kind of no-cook assembly that feels effortless but genuinely impressive, whether you're eating solo or feeding a small crowd. The fresh dill scattered over the top is a small touch that makes a big difference, adding an herby lift that plays beautifully against the richness of the salmon and avocado. It's clean, satisfying, and exactly the kind of meal that proves eating well doesn't have to mean spending an hour in the kitchen.
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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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