Vida Recetas Editorial
The cucumber, salmon and avocado rolls are a light, fresh and elegant option to impress on any occasion. This easy recipe, which uses cucumber as a base, is perfect for those looking for a healthy alternative to traditional makis, without the need for rice or nori seaweed. Originating from the culinary fusion between Japanese and Mediterranean cuisine, these rolls stand out for their crunchy cucumber texture, the softness of salmon and the creaminess of avocado and cream cheese.
The cucumber provides a refreshing touch that perfectly combines with salmon and avocado. You can also serve them with wasabi and soy sauce to intensify the flavors. A versatile recipe that admits variations: replace salmon with tuna or shrimp, or add mango for a sweet touch. Prepare them and surprise your guests with this healthy delight!
Cook
25 min
Servings
2
Peel the cucumber and cut it into long, thin slices with the help of a mandolin, you could also do it with a vegetable peeler. Place it on a tray and add a little salt, wait 5 minutes, rinse and dry each sheet with absorbent paper. Spread the transparent film on a board and on top of it the cucumber slices superimposed on each other.
Cut the salmon into medium strips. Peel the avocado and cut it into thin slices. Fill a pastry bag with the cream cheese. Place the salmon strips together with the avocado on the bottom of the cucumber, add cream cheese and a little arugula, place the filling transversely to the cucumber slices, preventing it from sticking out. Salt and pepper a little and start rolling the cucumber with the help of the film, do it very carefully but press firmly.
Once you have shaped it into a roll, store it in the fridge wrapped in transparent film for about 10 minutes. Just before serving, remove the film and cut the roll into 1.5 to 2 cm thick slices. Cut the pumpernikle into squares and serve on top of them. Serve with soy sauce and wasabi.
It is important to have frozen salmon beforehand to avoid food risks such as anisakis, since it will not be cooked.
This recipe has a easy difficulty level, which means it's accessible for cooks of all levels.
The preparation time is minutes and the cooking time is 25 minutes.
This recipe is designed for 2 servings.
Yes, many ingredients can be substituted with similar alternatives. We recommend checking the recipe variations.
Store the preparation in the refrigerator for up to 3 days in an airtight container. Some preparations can be frozen for up to 3 months.
