Salmon Avocado Roll
If you’re craving something fresh, flavorful, and low-effort (with zero cooking involved), this salmon avocado roll is a must-try. It’s loaded with creamy lemon-dill cream cheese, crunchy cucumber, buttery avocado, and seasoned smoked salmon.
Servings: 2
Equipment
- parchment paper
- sharp knife
Ingredients
- 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 or furikake seasoning to taste
- DRESSING
- 2 tbsp soy sauce
- 1 tbsp tsp rice wine vinegar
- 1 garlic cloves minced
- 2 tsp ginger minced
- 1/2 tsp toasted sesame oil
- 1/4 tsp chili flakes
- Option to add a 1 tsp honey or maple if you like sweetness
Instructions
- Prepare the salmon. Sprinkle toasted sesame seeds / everything bagel or furikake seasoning onto a sheet of parchment. Place your smoked salmon slices over the seasoning to form a rectangle making sure the overlap.
- Prepare the cream cheese filling. Mix the cream cheese, lemon zest and juice, dill, salt and pepper together in a small bowl. Set aside.
- Add the filling. Spread the cream cheese mixture over the salmon using a spatula. Then place your sliced cucumber and avocado on one side of the rectangle. Carefully, use the parchment to help roll the salmon over your cucumber and avocado and roll until you reach the other side.
- Freeze & slice. Place your salmon roll in the freezer for about 30 minutes to firm up slightly. (This makes it easier to cut.) When you're ready to eat, take the roll out of the freezer and slice.
- Prepare the dressing. Mix the dressing ingredients together in a small bowl. Taste and adjust vinegar and sweetness to taste.
- Serve with your soy dressing dipping sauce. Option to sprinkle over more toasted sesame seeds / everything bagel or furikake seasoning if you like.
Notes
- Use a sharp knife when slicing. Dull blades will squish the roll.
- Chilling is key! Don’t skip the freezer step; it helps everything stay intact.
- Customize it. You can add shredded carrots, sprouts, or even thin-sliced bell pepper for crunch.
- Meal prep tip: This roll keeps in the fridge for up to 1 day in an airtight container, but it’s best enjoyed fresh!
Nutrition
Serving: 4 slices | Calories: 376kcal | Carbohydrates: 9g | Protein: 26g | Fat: 26g | Saturated Fat: 10g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 3g | Monounsaturated Fat: 11g | Cholesterol: 64mg | Sodium: 2416mg | Potassium: 600mg | Fiber: 4g | Sugar: 3g | Vitamin A: 784IU | Vitamin C: 8mg | Calcium: 70mg | Iron: 2mg