Prepare to transform your dining experience with a breathtaking Scandinavian-inspired salad that promises to tantalize your taste buds and elevate your home cooking game! This Smoked Salmon Avocado Fennel Salad isn't just a dish—it's a luxurious journey through delicate textures, vibrant flavors, and elegant presentation that will make you feel like a gourmet chef in your own kitchen. In just 10 minutes, you'll create a restaurant-quality masterpiece that looks stunning, tastes incredible, and will leave your guests absolutely impressed.
Prep Time: 10 mins
Cook Time: -
Total Time: 10 mins
Cuisine: Scandinavian
Serves: 2 servings
Ingredients
- 4 ounces smoked salmon
- 1 avocado, sliced
- 1 bulb fennel, thinly sliced
- 2 tablespoons capers
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Prepare the fennel by trimming off the stalks and removing any tough outer layers. Using a sharp mandoline or a very sharp knife, thinly slice the fennel bulb into delicate, translucent pieces.
- Carefully slice the ripe avocado in half, remove the pit, and cut into thin, elegant slices. To prevent browning, immediately drizzle the avocado slices with fresh lemon juice.
- Gently break the smoked salmon into bite-sized, rustic pieces, ensuring they are not too small to lose their delicate texture.
- In a large serving bowl, create a beautiful bed of the thinly sliced fennel as the base of the salad.
- Artfully arrange the avocado slices over the fennel, creating an overlapping pattern for visual appeal.
- Distribute the smoked salmon pieces evenly across the salad, allowing them to sit gracefully on top of the avocado and fennel.
- Sprinkle the capers across the salad, which will add a briny, sharp contrast to the rich salmon and creamy avocado.
- Season the salad with a light sprinkle of sea salt and freshly ground black pepper to enhance the natural flavors.
- Finish by drizzling fresh lemon juice over the entire salad, which will brighten the dish and prevent the avocado from oxidizing.
- Serve immediately at room temperature to enjoy the full depth of flavors and textures.
Tips
- Choose high-quality ingredients: Select fresh, wild-caught smoked salmon and a ripe, creamy avocado for the best flavor profile.
- Slice with precision: Use a sharp mandoline or extremely sharp knife to achieve paper-thin fennel slices for an elegant texture.
- Prevent avocado browning: The lemon juice not only adds brightness but also stops oxidation, keeping your avocado looking fresh and green.
- Temperature matters: Serve the salad at room temperature to allow the flavors to fully develop and complement each other.
- Caper placement: Distribute capers evenly to ensure a consistent briny bite in every forkful.
- Optional enhancements: Consider adding fresh dill or a light drizzle of extra virgin olive oil for additional depth of flavor.
- Pairing suggestions: This salad pairs beautifully with a crisp white wine or sparkling water with a lemon twist.
Nutrition Facts
Calories: 320kcal
Carbohydrates: 10g
Protein: 20g
Fat: 24g
Saturated Fat: 4g
Cholesterol: 25mg
