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25-Minute Salmon Tartare

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  • Author: lilly
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 15 minutes
  • Total Time: 25 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings
  • Category: Appetizer
  • Method: No-Cook
  • Cuisine: Seafood
  • Diet: Pescatarian

Description

A quick and delicious salmon tartare that blends flavors and textures, perfect as an appetizer or main dish.


Ingredients

  • 1 lb fresh salmon (skin removed)
  • 1 Tbsp olive oil
  • ¼ small red onion (very finely diced, about 3 Tbsp)
  • 1 heaping Tbsp capers (drained and roughly chopped)
  • ½ small jalapeño (finely diced)
  • 1 tsp Dijon mustard
  • 1 lemon (zested and juiced)
  • 2 tsp fresh chives (thinly sliced)
  • For serving: crostini, thinly sliced baguette, crackers, chips, or crudité


Instructions

  1. Slice the salmon into ¼-inch thick planks and then into ¼-inch dice. Transfer to a bowl.
  2. Add the olive oil, red onion, capers, Dijon mustard, lemon zest, and lemon juice. Incorporate the diced jalapeño and chives.
  3. Gently toss the mixture and let it marinate for 5-10 minutes. Adjust seasoning as needed.
  4. Transfer into a serving bowl or mold and refrigerate briefly. Serve with crostini or vegetable side.

Notes

Choose sushi-grade salmon for the best quality. Adjust jalapeño amount to your desired heat level.