Imagine a lunch that's not just a meal, but a gourmet experience packed into a crisp, refreshing lettuce wrap. These Smoked Salmon Lunch Wraps are about to revolutionize your midday eating routine, offering a perfect blend of luxurious smoked salmon, creamy avocado, and tangy capers – all wrapped up in a light, elegant package that screams sophistication without the complicated preparation.
Prep Time: 5 mins
Cook Time: -
Total Time: 5 mins
Cuisine: American
Serves: 2 servings
Ingredients
- 4 large lettuce leaves
- 4 oz smoked salmon
- 1/2 avocado, sliced
- 1/4 cup cream cheese
- 1/4 cup capers
- Fresh dill for garnish
Instructions
- Carefully wash and pat dry the large lettuce leaves, ensuring they are crisp and clean. Choose leaves that are flexible and free from tears.
- Slice the avocado into thin, even strips, keeping them approximately 1/4 inch thick to ensure easy rolling and balanced flavor distribution.
- Spread a generous layer of cream cheese across the center of each lettuce leaf, leaving a small border around the edges to prevent overflow when rolling.
- Arrange thin slices of smoked salmon evenly over the cream cheese, covering approximately 2/3 of the lettuce leaf's surface.
- Distribute avocado slices along the length of the salmon, positioning them neatly and ensuring even coverage.
- Sprinkle capers across the salmon and avocado to add a briny, tangy flavor profile.
- Carefully roll each lettuce leaf from bottom to top, tucking in the sides as you roll to create a tight, compact wrap.
- Garnish the completed wraps with fresh dill sprigs, which will add a delicate herbal aroma and visual appeal.
- Slice the wraps diagonally in half for easier handling and serving, if desired.
- Serve immediately to enjoy the freshest texture and flavor of the ingredients.
Tips
- Choose the Right Lettuce: Opt for large, flexible lettuce leaves like butter lettuce or romaine hearts that can hold the filling without tearing.
- Temperature Matters: Ensure your ingredients are at room temperature for the best flavor blending and easiest assembly.
- Cream Cheese Hack: For smoother spreading, let the cream cheese sit out for 10-15 minutes before use.
- Salmon Selection: Use high-quality, thinly sliced smoked salmon for the most delicate texture and rich flavor.
- Prep in Advance: You can prepare the ingredients ahead of time and assemble just before serving to maintain the wrap's crispness.
- Caper Placement: Distribute capers evenly to ensure a consistent burst of briny flavor in every bite.
- Garnish with Intention: Fresh dill isn't just decoration – it adds a subtle, aromatic dimension to the wrap.
Nutrition Facts
Calories: 250kcal
Carbohydrates: 6g
Protein: 15g
Fat: 20g
Saturated Fat: 6g
Cholesterol: 30mg
