Description
Lemon Basil Salmon Rolls are light, flavorful bites combining flaky salmon with fresh basil and zesty lemon, wrapped in rice paper, lettuce, or cucumber slices—perfect as an elegant appetizer or refreshing light meal.
Ingredients
- 2 fresh salmon fillets (skinless, about 6 oz each)
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 teaspoon lemon zest
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- Salt, to taste
- Black pepper, to taste
- Fresh basil leaves
- Optional: 3 tablespoons cream cheese or herbed spreadable cheese
- Optional: 8–10 rice paper sheets, butter lettuce leaves, or thin cucumber slices for rolling
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C) or heat a skillet over medium heat.
- Season salmon fillets with olive oil, salt, pepper, lemon zest, and lemon juice.
- Cook salmon for 12–15 minutes until fully cooked and flaky. Let cool slightly.
- Flake salmon into small chunks using a fork.
- If using rice paper, soak each sheet briefly in warm water until soft. For lettuce or cucumber, pat dry and lay flat.
- Place a small amount of salmon, basil leaves, and optional cream cheese in the center of each wrapper.
- Roll tightly like a spring roll, tucking in the sides as you go.
- Arrange rolls on a serving plate and drizzle with extra lemon juice or olive oil if desired before serving.
Notes
- Use smoked salmon for a no-cook version.
- Swap basil with arugula or dill for different flavors.
- Add garlic-herb cheese for a creamy bite.
- Try butter lettuce or zucchini ribbons for low-carb wraps.
- Best enjoyed fresh, but can be made a few hours ahead and refrigerated.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 roll
- Calories: 130
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 170mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 3g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 35mg
