Smoked Salmon and Fennel Salad
4 servings
30 minutes
This smoked salmon and fennel salad is an exquisite dish of Thai cuisine where freshness and spiciness come together in harmony. The recipe's history is rooted in Thailand's gastronomic traditions that value flavor balance. Thinly sliced fennel adds a crunchy texture and anise notes, while the delicate smoked salmon contributes a rich umami-filled taste. The dressing made from lemon juice, zest, and olive oil highlights the natural freshness of the ingredients, creating a light tang that makes the salad wonderfully refreshing. This dish is perfect as a light appetizer or main course on a hot day. It pairs beautifully with white wine and will be an elegant addition to any table.
1
In a bowl, mix lemon juice and zest, add salt and pepper. Add olive oil and mix well.
- Lemon juice: 4 teaspoons
- Grated lemon zest: 0.5 teaspoon
- Coarse salt: to taste
- Freshly ground black pepper: to taste
- Extra virgin olive oil: 1 tablespoon
2
Finely chop the fennel and place it in a bowl. Add diced salmon and mix. Serve on a plate and drizzle with dressing.
- Fennel: 250 g
- Smoked salmon: 120 g
