🐟 Smoked Salmon & Cream Cheese Salad Rolls
These vibrant Smoked Salmon & Cream Cheese Salad Rolls are a fresh, creamy, and savory delight perfect for light lunches, brunch spreads, or even an elegant appetizer. They’re packed with flavor, rich in healthy fats, and wrapped in crisp lettuce or rice paper for a low-carb or traditional twist.
🧂 Ingredients (Serves 4–6)
For the Rolls:
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200g (7 oz) cold-smoked salmon slices
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100g (3.5 oz) cream cheese (softened)
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1 small cucumber, julienned
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1 medium carrot, julienned
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1 ripe avocado, thinly sliced
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1 handful of baby spinach or mixed greens
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2 tbsp fresh dill, finely chopped
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Juice of 1/2 lemon
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6–8 butter lettuce leaves or rice paper wrappers
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Freshly ground black pepper (to taste)
Optional for Dipping:
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Soy sauce with a splash of lemon
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Sweet chili sauce
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Wasabi mayo or sriracha cream
🔪 Execution (Step-by-Step Instructions)
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Prep the Veggies:
Thinly slice the cucumber and carrot into julienne strips, cut the avocado into slices, and carefully wash and pat dry the greens. -
Whip the Filling:
Combine the cream cheese, chopped dill, lemon juice, and black pepper in a small bowl, mixing until smooth and easily spreadable. -
Assemble the Wraps:
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Gently lay out lettuce leaves and pipe or spoon the cream cheese filling into the middle of each one.
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Dip rice paper in warm water for 10 seconds until pliable. Lay flat and spread filling across the lower third.
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Layer it Up:
Add a slice or two of smoked salmon, a few sticks of cucumber and carrot, some avocado, and a pinch of spinach. -
Roll it Tight:
Tuck in the sides, then roll it up tightly, just like a burrito.. For rice paper, ensure it’s sealed snugly. -
Slice & Serve:
Cut each roll in half on a bias for a stylish presentation. Serve with dipping sauces if desired.
💡 Additional Tips
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Cream cheese flavor upgrade: Try herbed or garlic-flavored cream cheese.
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Crunch factor: Add slivers of radish or crushed walnuts inside.
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Make-ahead: Roll, wrap in a damp paper towel, and store in the fridge for up to 4 hours.
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Low-carb tip: Use only butter lettuce instead of rice paper.
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Elegant presentation: Tie each roll with a chive strand or edible flower.
🧠 Macros (Per Roll, Approx.):
(Based on butter lettuce option – no dipping sauce)
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Calories: 120
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Protein: 8g
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Carbs: 3g
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Fat: 9g
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Fiber: 2g
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Sugar: 1g
⏱️ Time Breakdown
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Prep Time: 15 minutes
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Cook Time: 0 minutes
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Total Time: 15 minutes
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Servings: Makes about 6 rolls
❓ Q&A
Q: Would it work to make these early for a party?
A: Absolutely! Just keep them wrapped tightly in plastic or a damp cloth in the fridge. Serve within 4 hours for best texture.
Q: Can I substitute smoked salmon?
A: Yes – try cooked shrimp, grilled tofu, or even roast turkey slices for variation.
Q: Are these keto-friendly?
A: Totally – just use lettuce instead of rice paper and skip sweet sauces.
Q: What dipping sauce pairs best with these?
A: A simple soy-lemon mix, wasabi mayo, or garlic yogurt dip balances the richness beautifully.
Happy Cooking
Diana
