Ingredients
- 3 unpeeled lebanese cucumbers
- 2 tsp of salt
- 1/4 cup light sour cream
- 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- 2 tsp lemon juice,
- 1 tbsp chopped dill
- 1 tbsp torn mint leaves
- 2 tbsp snipped chives
- cracked black pepper
- 3 cups watercress sprigs
- 4 salmon fillets (about 230g each)
Method
Halve 3 unpeeled lebanese cucumbers lengthwise and scoop out the seeds. Cut into 5mm thick slices on the diagonal. Toss with 2 tsp of salt and place in a colander for 10 minutes. Pat dry with paper towels.
Combine 1/4 cup light sour cream, 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil, 2 tsp lemon juice, 1 tbsp chopped dill, 1 tbsp torn mint leaves, 2 tbsp snipped chives and some cracked black pepper in a large bowl. Add cucumbers and 3 cups watercress sprigs and toss gently to combine.
Brush 4 salmon fillets (about 230g each) with 1 tbsp extra virgin olive oil, salt and pepper and cook on a lightly oiled griddle pan over medium heat for 3-5 minutes each side or until cooked as desired.
To serve
Divide watercress and cucumber salad evenly between 4 plates and top with salmon and cheeks of fresh lime.
Serve with roasted jacket potatoes.
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