Cucumber Salmon Boats

Our cucumber salmon boats are light and refreshing without skimping on bold, satisfying flavor. Air-fried salmon (coated in our special sour cream sauce) is layered in a cauliflower rice-filled cucumber boat and topped with spicy mayo.   

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What are Cucumber Salmon Boats?

Think of this recipe like sushi made easy! Cucumbers are sliced in half and their centers are scooped out to form a “boat.” These boats hold all the classic sushi fixings: cauliflower rice, a creamy salmon filling, and an assortment of toppings. 

The end result is a handheld cucumber salmon boat that’s both refreshing and full of flavor. With cucumber salmon boats, you get it all: protein, fiber, and healthy fats that will curb your cravings and leave you feeling great. 

Are Cucumber Salmon Boats Healthy? 

Let’s take a look at the main ingredients: 

• Salmon
• Cucumber
• Cauliflower rice
• Sour cream
• Spicy mayo

Salmon, cucumber, and cauliflower rice are natural, nutritious food sources. Each have their own list of health benefits. Combine them together with a few seasonings, and you’ve got yourself a healthy, flavor-loaded meal. 

But what about sour cream? What about the spicy mayo? Is dairy healthy?

Here’s what we know. Dairy is full of vitamins, minerals, protein, and natural fat energy. But if everyone consumed dairy all of the time, dairy farming would become abusive and unsustainable. 

Sugar is what makes food unhealthy. 

Common sushi rice is composed of white rice (refined grains) which means they’re practically all sugar

Fill these cucumber salmon boats with 45 grams of sugar per boat, and you’re looking at heartburn with an energy crash. (And you’ll be scouring the pantry for your next sugar snack within the hour.)

Substitute sushi rice with low-carb cauliflower rice, and this recipe becomes nourishment. The ingredients provide vitamins, minerals, protein and quality, whole-food energy. 

Enjoy these cucumber salmon boats knowing they support your well being. Learn more about eating less sugar here. 

Cucumber Salmon Boats Tips

1. Use a different protein

Not a fan of salmon? Feel free to swap it out with any other seafood you like best. Tuna, white fish, or shrimp would all make great options. 

2. Bulk up your meal

This recipe is super filling on its own, but you can never go wrong with an extra side! Try pairing them with chili garlic oil noodles for a complete spread. Then, finish off your meal with peanut butter cottage cheese ice cream or a low-carb cookie skillet to satisfy your sweet tooth! 

3. Add different toppings

We included a few topping ideas, but feel free to get creative and switch it up! Additional options like pickles carrots, seaweed, ginger, mushrooms, and asparagus would all taste great. 

4. Serve right away

These cucumber salmon boats are likely to become soggy if stored in the fridge. Therefore, they’re best enjoyed right away while all the ingredients are still fresh!

Cucumber Salmon Boats

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Prep Time:10 minutes mins

Cook Time:6 minutes mins

Ingredients

• I pd of skinless salmon
• 1 Tbsp olive oil
• ½ tsp paprika
• ½ tsp garlic powder
• ½ tsp salt
• 2 large cucumbers
• 2 cups Cauliflower rice
• 1/2 cup sour cream
• 2 Tbsp fresh dill chopped
• 2 Tbsp lemon juice
• Salt and pepper to taste

Spicy Mayo:

• 4 Tbsp avocado oil mayonnaise
• 2 tsp hot sauce sauce adjust according to your spice preference
• 2 tsp sesame seeds for garnish
• Additional garnish ideas chopped parsley, sliced avocado, or sliced cherry tomatoes

Instructions

• Place the salmon on a plate. Drizzle with olive oil. Sprinkle paprika, garlic powder and salt and on the salmon.
• Place a layer of parchment paper on the bottom of the air fryer basket. Place the salmon pieces in the basket making sure not to have them touch. Cook at 400 degrees for 5-6 mins
• While the salmon is cooking. Cut each cucumber in half lengthwise and scoop out the seeds with a spoon, creating a hollow space in the center. You should have four cucumber “boats.”
• Place cauliflower rice in a microwave safe bowl. Cook on high for 2.5 to 3 minutes.
• Add mayo and hot sauce into a small bowl. Mix well.
• When salmon is finished cooking, flake into bite size pieces. In a medium bowl, combine the flaked salmon, Greek yogurt, fresh dill, lemon juice, salt, and pepper. Mix well to combine all the ingredients.
• Add the cooked cauliflower to the cucumber boats first.
• Next add the salmon mixture on top.
• Drizzle the spicy mayo on top.
• Add sesame seeds.
• If desired, top the salmon boats with parsley, cherry tomatoes or avocado slices for added freshness and crunch.

Notes

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Recipe from Neutral Eating: https://neutraleating.com/cucumber-salmon-boats

Servings: 2

Author: Neutral Eating