Description
Enjoy the fresh flavors of smoked salmon, creamy ricotta, and zesty lemon basil in these elegant Salmon Rolls. Perfect as a light lunch or appetizer, these rolls are easy to make and bursting with Mediterranean-inspired goodness.
Ingredients
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Smoked Salmon Rolls:
- 8 ounces thinly sliced smoked salmon
- 1 cup ricotta cheese
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon lemon zest
- 1 tablespoon fresh basil, finely chopped
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/8 teaspoon black pepper
- 8 asparagus spears, trimmed and blanched
- Fresh basil leaves and lemon wedges for garnish
Instructions
- Prepare Ricotta Mixture: In a medium bowl, mix ricotta cheese, lemon juice, lemon zest, basil, salt, and pepper until smooth.
- Assemble Salmon Rolls: Lay smoked salmon slices flat. Spread ricotta mixture on each slice. Place an asparagus spear at one end, then roll tightly.
- Arrange and Garnish: Place salmon rolls seam-side down on a platter. Garnish with basil leaves and lemon wedges. Serve chilled or at room temperature.
Notes
- These rolls are a great appetizer or light lunch option.
- For added flavor, consider a pinch of crushed red pepper in the ricotta mix.
- Prepare ahead up to 4 hours and chill until serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 3 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: No-Cook (with brief blanching)
- Cuisine: Mediterranean-Inspired
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 rolls
- Calories: 135
- Sugar: 1 g
- Sodium: 420 mg
- Fat: 8 g
- Saturated Fat: 3 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 2 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 12 g
- Cholesterol: 30 mg
