With Salmon, Avocado, Lettuce & Crunchy Veg

A light, refreshing, and satisfying low-carb meal packed with flavour, texture, and healthy fats. Perfect for a quick lunch or elegant dinner!

Serves: 2

Per serving: 

• Net Carbs: 3.5g

• Total Carbs: 19g

• Fats: 30g

• Protein: 33g

• Calories: 477 kcal

Ingredients:

• 240g fresh salmon (skinless & boneless), cut into bite-sized cubes per person

• 2 tbsp tamari soy sauce (or coconut aminos for soy-free)

• 1 tsp sesame oil

• 1 tbsp sesame seeds

• ½ tsp wasabi (optional, adjust to taste)

• 2 tbsp tobiko (fish roe – optional but delicious)

• 1 large nori sheet, finely sliced into strips

• 1 small head iceberg lettuce, washed and chopped

• ½ ripe avocado, cubed

• 2 spring onions, thinly sliced

• ⅓ red capsicum (bell pepper), thinly sliced

• ⅓ yellow capsicum (bell pepper), thinly sliced

• 1 small cucumber, thinly sliced

• 1 cup baby spinach leaves

2 tbsp Japanese mayonnaise (optional garnish)

Instructions: 

1. Make the marinade:
   In a medium bowl, whisk together tamari, sesame oil, and wasabi until well combined.

2. Prep your veggies:
   Wash and chop the lettuce, baby spinach, and vegetables. Slice avocado and spring onions. Set everything aside, ready for assembly.

   • Marinate the salmon:
     Add the salmon cubes to the marinade and gently toss to coat. Let it sit for about 3 minutes—or a bit longer for deeper flavour.

   • Assemble your bowl:

     • Start with a generous layer of chopped lettuce.

     • Neatly arrange the avocado, spring onions, capsicum, cucumber, and baby spinach over the lettuce.

     • Spoon the marinated salmon on top and drizzle over any remaining marinade.

   • Garnish like a pro:
     Finish with a sprinkle of sesame seeds, nori strips, tobiko, and a dollop of Japanese mayo if using.

   • Serve immediately and enjoy the crunch, creaminess, and umami in every bite!