About the Recipe
Looking for a light and refreshing meal? Look no further than the Crushed Cucumber Salad with Salmon. Thinly sliced cucumbers are marinated in a zesty dressing, beautifully complemented by smoked salmon on top. By gently crushing the cucumbers, their texture is enhanced, enabling them to fully soak up the flavorful dressing. With its protein-rich addition of salmon, this salad is not only satisfying, but it also provides a complete and wholesome meal. When you're in the mood for a nutritious and delectable dish, this salad is the perfect choice.
Ingredients
For the Salad
1 red bell pepper, chopped
1 cucumber, crushed, chopped
1 garlic clove, sliced
fresh coriander, chopped
6 oz. (180g) hot smoked salmon fillets
For the Dressing
1 lime, juiced
1 tbsp. fish sauce
1 tbsp. rice wine vinegar
1 tbsp. sesame oil
1 tbsp. black sesame seeds
Preparation
Step 1
Roughly chop the red bell pepper and place in a bowl. Using a meat mallet or a rolling pin, smash the cucumber, then slice into bite-size pieces and transfer into the bowl. Add the sliced garlic and chopped coriander.
Step 2
Mix all the dressing ingredients and drizzle over the cucumber. Mix well and divide between 2 plates.
Step 3
To serve, break the salmon up into pieces and top the cucumber salad — season with freshly ground black pepper.