Description
Salmon Crudo is a light, flavorful dish featuring thinly sliced sushi-grade salmon, olive oil, citrus juice, and fresh garnishes for a healthy and elegant meal.
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz sushi-grade salmon, thinly sliced
- 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- 1 tbsp lemon juice (or yuzu)
- 1 tsp flaky sea salt
- 1 tsp capers, drained
- 1 tbsp fresh dill, finely chopped
- 1 tbsp fresh cilantro, finely chopped
- ½ small shallot, thinly sliced (optional)
- 1 tsp crushed red pepper flakes (optional)
- Microgreens or edible flowers for garnish
Instructions
- Chill the salmon in the freezer for 10-15 minutes to firm it up for easier slicing.
- Use a sharp knife to slice the salmon into thin, even pieces.
- Arrange the salmon slices on a chilled plate in an overlapping circular pattern.
- Drizzle the olive oil and lemon juice evenly over the salmon slices.
- Sprinkle the flaky sea salt, capers, and herbs on top for flavor.
- Add optional toppings like shallots or red pepper flakes for an extra kick.
- Garnish with microgreens or edible flowers for a beautiful presentation.
- Let the dish rest for 5 minutes to absorb the flavors, then serve immediately with crusty bread or fresh salad.
Notes
- Chill the salmon in the freezer for 10-15 minutes to firm it up for easier slicing.
- Use a sharp knife to slice the salmon into thin, even pieces.
- Arrange the salmon slices on a chilled plate in an overlapping circular pattern.
- Drizzle the olive oil and lemon juice evenly over the salmon slices.
- Sprinkle the flaky sea salt, capers, and herbs on top for flavor.
- Add optional toppings like shallots or red pepper flakes for an extra kick.
- Garnish with microgreens or edible flowers for a beautiful presentation.
- Let the dish rest for 5 minutes to absorb the flavors, then serve immediately with crusty bread or fresh salad.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Lunch
- Cuisine: Italian-Inspired
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1
- Calories: 220 kcal
- Sugar: 0 g
- Sodium: 250 mg
- Fat: 15 g
- Saturated Fat: 2 g
- Carbohydrates: 2 g
- Fiber: 0.5 g
- Protein: 18 g
- Cholesterol: 40 mg
Keywords: salmon crudo, Italian crudo, raw salmon recipe, gluten-free seafood dish, healthy lunch recipe