Description
Delight in these refreshing Tzatziki Avocado Salmon Rolls, a perfect no-cook appetizer combining creamy avocado, smoky salmon, crisp cucumber, and tangy tzatziki sauce. These elegant rolls are easy to assemble, packed with fresh flavors, and garnished with sesame seeds and chives for a delightful crunch and herbal note—ideal for serving at gatherings or a light snack.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients
- 1 English cucumber
- 2 tablespoons tzatziki
- 2 tablespoons minced chives (divided, plus extra whole chives for garnish)
- Juice from ¼ lime
- ½ ripe avocado, peeled and sliced
- 5 oz (150 grams) cold smoked salmon (lox)
- 2 tablespoons sesame seeds (a mix of white and black preferred)
Instructions
- Cut cucumber: Slice 12 rounds from the cucumber to serve as a base for the salmon rolls. Then, cut the remaining cucumber into 8 thin strips, making sure to remove the seeds to avoid excess moisture.
- Mix tzatziki: In a small bowl, blend the tzatziki with 1 teaspoon of the minced chives and the fresh lime juice to create a flavorful spread.
- Start assembling: Lay a 16-inch piece of plastic wrap on your work surface. Arrange the smoked salmon pieces on top, overlapping them to form a 12-inch by 7-inch rectangle, then gently press to make them stick together.
- Layer ingredients: Evenly spread the tzatziki mixture over the salmon. Lay the avocado slices along the center of the salmon rectangle, top with the cucumber strips, and sprinkle the remaining minced chives on top.
- Roll and garnish: Using the plastic wrap to assist, roll the salmon tightly into a log. Once rolled, sprinkle the sesame seeds evenly over the top of the roll.
- Chill the roll: Place the salmon roll into the refrigerator for 15 to 30 minutes to help it firm up and make slicing easier.
- Slice and serve: Remove the roll from the fridge and carefully slice it into 12 pieces. Place each slice on a cucumber round and garnish each with two whole chives before serving.
Notes
- Tzatziki can be homemade or store-bought; for best flavor, use a creamy tzatziki with cucumber and garlic.
- Removing cucumber seeds prevents the rolls from becoming watery and maintains texture.
- Using plastic wrap aids in rolling the salmon tightly without tearing.
- Chilling the roll before slicing helps create clean slices and neatly presented rolls.
- This recipe is best served fresh but can be stored in the refrigerator covered for up to a day.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Keywords: Tzatziki, Avocado Salmon Rolls, Smoked Salmon, No-Cook Appetizer, Mediterranean, Healthy Snack, Easy Party Food
