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“Mouthwatering Paleo New Zealand Snack: Keto-Friendly Smoked Salmon and Avocado Stacks With Zesty Lemon Herb Sauce”

Discover a delicious paleo and keto-friendly New Zealand inspired snack with this mouthwatering smoked salmon and avocado stack recipe, complete with zesty lemon herb sauce. This easy to follow recipe is perfect for satisfying your cravings while maintaining a low carb diet.

πŸ•’ Prep: 15 minutes - Cook: None - Total: 15 minutes
🍽 Servings: 2
πŸ”₯ Difficulty: Intermediate
🌎 Cuisine: New Zealand, Paleo

Allergens

Fish (salmon), Tree Nuts (walnuts)

Ingredients

  • 4 oz smoked salmon, roughly chopped
  • 2 ripe avocados, halved and pitted
  • 1/2 cup fresh lemon juice
  • 1/4 cup olive oil
  • 2 tablespoons minced dill
  • 2 tablespoons minced parsley
  • 1 clove garlic, minced
  • Salt and pepper, to taste
  • 1 tablespoon capers, drained and rinsed
  • 1/4 cup thinly sliced red onion
  • 1/4 cup chopped walnuts
  • Fresh dill sprigs, for garnish

Instructions

  1. In a small bowl, whisk together lemon juice, olive oil, minced dill and parsley, garlic, salt, and pepper to taste. Set aside.
  2. Divide the smoked salmon evenly among the 4 halves of avocado.
  3. Top each avocado half with a dollop of the lemon herb sauce.
  4. Sprinkle each stack with capers and thinly sliced red onion.
  5. Garnish with chopped walnuts and fresh dill sprigs before serving.

Chef’s Insight

The combination of flavors and textures in this dish creates a symphony on the palate. Don't be afraid to experiment with different sauces, proteins, or even seasonal fruits and vegetables.

Notes

Feel free to adjust the lemon herb sauce recipe to your liking by adding more or less of any ingredient.

Cultural or Historical Background

This recipe is inspired by the rich culinary traditions of New Zealand, where seafood and fresh produce are abundant and cherished.