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Salmon Avocado Roll with Sesame Soy Dipping Sauce Recipe

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4.2 from 12 reviews

  • Author: Sara
  • Total Time: 40 minutes
  • Yield: 2 servings
  • Diet: Low Fat

Description

This refreshing Salmon Avocado Roll is a no-cook, elegant appetizer that combines smoked salmon, creamy avocado, crisp cucumber, and a tangy cream cheese filling, all rolled up and served with a flavorful soy dipping sauce. Perfect for a light lunch or sophisticated snack, it highlights clean flavors balanced with a touch of sesame and spice.

Ingredients

Salmon Roll

  • 8 oz / 225g smoked salmon
  • 1/3 cup + 2 tbsp cream cheese
  • 1 tsp lemon zest strands (chopped or 1/2 tsp fine grate)
  • 1/4 tsp lemon juice
  • 1 tsp dill (finely chopped)
  • Good pinch of salt and pepper
  • 2.5 oz / 70g cucumber (seeds removed and cut into thin strips)
  • 1/2 avocado (thin strips)
  • 1 – 2 tbsp toasted sesame seeds / everything bagel seasoning or furikake (to taste)

Dressing

  • 2 tbsp soy sauce
  • 1 tsp rice wine vinegar
  • 1 garlic clove (minced)
  • 2 tsp ginger (minced)
  • 1/2 tsp toasted sesame oil
  • 1/4 tsp chili flakes
  • Optional: 1 tsp honey or maple syrup (for sweetness)

Instructions

  1. Prepare the salmon: Sprinkle toasted sesame seeds, everything bagel seasoning, or furikake onto a sheet of parchment paper. Arrange the smoked salmon slices over the seasoning overlapping slightly to form a rectangle.
  2. Prepare the cream cheese filling: In a small bowl, mix together the cream cheese, lemon zest, lemon juice, chopped dill, and a good pinch of salt and pepper until well combined. Set aside.
  3. Add the filling and vegetables: Spread the cream cheese mixture evenly over the salmon rectangle using a spatula. Place thin strips of cucumber and avocado on one side of the rectangle.
  4. Roll the salmon: Using the parchment paper to help, carefully roll the salmon over the cucumber and avocado to form a tight roll, continuing until you reach the other side.
  5. Freeze and slice: Place the salmon roll in the freezer for about 30 minutes to firm up slightly, which makes it easier to cut into clean slices.
  6. Prepare the dressing: In a small bowl, whisk together the soy sauce, rice wine vinegar, minced garlic, minced ginger, toasted sesame oil, chili flakes, and optional honey or maple syrup. Adjust vinegar and sweetness according to taste.
  7. Serve: Remove the roll from the freezer and slice into pieces. Serve with the soy dressing dipping sauce. Optionally, sprinkle additional toasted sesame seeds, everything bagel seasoning, or furikake on top for extra flavor.

Notes

  • Freezing the roll before slicing is essential to maintain shape and ease cutting.
  • Feel free to adjust the amount of chili flakes in the dressing to control heat level.
  • For a vegan version, substitute smoked salmon and cream cheese with plant-based alternatives.
  • If you prefer, you can substitute furikake with toasted sesame seeds or everything bagel seasoning depending on flavor preference.
  • Keep the avocado from browning by covering the rolled sushi tightly with plastic wrap if preparing in advance.
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 0 minutes
  • Category: Appetizer
  • Method: No-Cook
  • Cuisine: Japanese-inspired

Find it online: https://sarabaking.com/salmon-avocado-roll-with-sesame-soy-dipping-sauce-recipe/