Description
This smoked salmon and avocado starter is so delectable. It’s a treat for the stomach and the eyes! Perfect for a special occasion or when you’ve got guests to impress – it’s quick to prepare and can be made a few hours in advance!
The default recipe makes one stack
Ingredients
Scale
- 50g smoked salmon
- 1/4 tsp black sesame seeds
- 1/2 tsp dijon mustard
- 1 tsp lemon juice
- 2 sprigs dill
- 1/2 avocado
- small handful rocket / arugula
For the gremolata:
- 1 tsp extra virgin olive oil
- 1/4 lemon – zest only
- 2 sprigs parsley, finely chopped
Equipment
1 small food presentation ring (3 inch diameter) – or you can use a food tin with both ends removed
Instructions
- Make the gremolata by very, very finely chopping the parsley and then mixing with the olive oil and lemon zest. Set aside to infuse.
- Chop the smoked salmon into small pieces and finely chop the dill. Place in a bowl with the dijon mustard and sesame seeds and season well. Mix together.
- Dice the avocado into small cubes and tip over the lemon juice. Place the food presentation ring on a plate and spoon in the avocado. Gently press down.
- Place the smoked salmon on top of the avocado. At this point, you can place them in the fridge for a couple of hours until you are ready to serve them.
- When serving mix the rocket with a small splash of olive oil and some cracked black pepper. Carefully remove the food ring and gently create a ball of rocket/arugula in your hands. Arrange the rocket on top of the stack. Drizzle the gremolata around the plate.
Notes
- If you want to go the extra mile you can also add some microgreens on top of the stack
- If preparing in advance you may want to add a little extra lemon juice to the avocado as this helps stop it turning brown
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Starter
- Method: No Cook
- Cuisine: British
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1
- Calories: 225
- Fat: 23g
- Carbohydrates: 6.5g
- Protein: 13g
Keywords: smoked salmon, avocado, starter, appetizer, fancy, healthy, entertaining, festive, keto