Delight in these easy smoked salmon roll ups featuring a creamy green onion and lemon zest filling, fresh cucumber and avocado, all seasoned with Everything But The Bagel seasoning. Perfect as a light appetizer or snack, these roll ups are complemented by a tangy citrus soy sauce for added flavor.
Total Time:15 minutes
Yield:8 servings
Ingredients
Salmon Roll Ups
8 oz. smoked salmon
½ cup whipped cream cheese
2 Tbsp green onion, thinly sliced
2 tsp lemon zest
1 small Persian cucumber, sliced into thin strips
½ avocado, sliced into thin strips
Everything But The Bagel Seasoning (to taste)
Citrus Soy Sauce (Optional)
2 Tbsp soy sauce
2 Tbsp lemon juice
1 Tbsp water
1½ tsp mirin
1 Tbsp green onion, thinly sliced
Instructions
Make the citrus soy sauce: In a small bowl, combine soy sauce, lemon juice, water, mirin, and sliced green onion. Stir well and refrigerate to chill while preparing the salmon roll ups.
Prepare the cream cheese filling: In another small bowl, mix whipped cream cheese, thinly sliced green onion, and lemon zest until combined. Set aside.
Arrange the salmon: Lay a large piece of plastic wrap on your countertop and sprinkle it evenly with Everything But The Bagel Seasoning. Over the seasoning, arrange slices of smoked salmon slightly overlapping to form a small rectangle.
Add the filling and vegetables: Spread the cream cheese mixture evenly over the salmon rectangle. In the center, lay thin strips of cucumber and avocado.
Roll the salmon: Using the plastic wrap to assist, carefully roll the salmon over the cucumber and avocado filling, continuing until the roll is complete.
Chill the roll: Place the roll in the freezer for 10 minutes to firm up, making it easier to slice.
Slice and serve: Remove the roll from the freezer and cut into preferred thickness slices. Serve with citrus soy sauce or enjoy with your favorite crackers for a light snack or appetizer.
Notes
Using plastic wrap is essential for easy rolling and cleanup.
Letting the roll chill helps maintain shape and makes slicing neater.
Everything But The Bagel Seasoning can be substituted with a mixture of sesame seeds, sea salt, garlic powder, and onion powder if unavailable.
You can omit the citrus soy sauce or serve with soy sauce or wasabi for variation.
For a dairy-free option, substitute whipped cream cheese with a vegan cream cheese alternative.
Be sure to use fresh smoked salmon for the best texture and flavor.
