Nordic Table

These fresh salmon lettuce wraps are light, colorful, and packed with flavor. Tender cubes of raw salmon are gently marinated in lime juice and layered with sweet mango, juicy watermelon, creamy avocado, crunchy pomegranate seeds, and sesame – all wrapped in crisp lettuce leaves. It’s the perfect high-protein meal for warm days when you want something refreshing but still satisfying.

Because this recipe uses raw salmon, it’s important to choose sushi-grade, very fresh fish from a trusted source. Keep the salmon refrigerated until just before serving, and enjoy the wraps the same day. The lime adds brightness, but it does not fully “cook” the fish – so quality and proper storage are essential.

If you like these types of fresh dishes, you’ll also enjoy the Tuna Poke Bowl.

Ingredients:

Serves 2-3

For the salmon

• 300 g sushi-grade fresh salmon, skin removed
• 1–2 tbsp fresh lime juice
• 1 tsp soy sauce (optional but recommended)
• 1 tsp olive oil or sesame oil
• Pinch sea salt

Fruit & veg

• ½ ripe mango, diced
• ½ avocado, diced
• 1 cup watermelon (150 g), diced (small cubes)
• ¼ cup (40 g) pomegranate seeds
• ½ small cucumber, diced (optional but great for crunch)

Base

• 8–10 large lettuce leaves (romaine or butter lettuce)
• 1 cup (180–190 g) cooked jasmine rice (optional)

Topping

• 1–2 tsp sesame seeds (black + white)
• Extra lime wedges

Instructions:

1. Cut salmon into bite-sized cubes.Gently toss with lime juice, soy sauce, oil, and a small pinch of salt.
   Let marinate 5–10 minutes (not longer – lime will start “cooking” it like ceviche).
2. Prepare the fruit & veg: Dice mango, watermelon, avocado, and cucumber into similar-sized cubes.
3. Assemble
   • Lay lettuce leaves on a plate.
   • Add a spoonful of rice (is using)
   • Top with salmon cubes.
   • Add mango, avocado, watermelon, and pomegranate.
   • Sprinkle sesame seeds over everything.
4. Optional drizzle: Mix: 1 tbsp Greek yogurt, 1 tsp sriracha, 1/2 tsp honey and a few drops lime juice.
5. Drizzle lightly over the wraps.

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Nutrition (approx per serving)

• ~32–35 g protein
• Healthy omega-3 fats
• Naturally low carb
• High in vitamin C & antioxidants

With rice, add about 20–25 g carbs per serving.