Module 16 · From the Sea
Salmon Tartare with Avocado, Cucumber & Lime
Salmon Tartare with Avocado, Cucumber & Lime is a keto lunch dish with 5.6 g net carbs, 28 g protein and 35 g fat per serving (449 kcal). It serves 2 and takes 20 minutes in total.
Diced raw salmon dressed with lime, shallot, chives and a little chilli, layered with creamy avocado. Fresh, vivid and very elegant.

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Allergens in this Ketogeni recipe: fish. Includes listed optional alternatives; check actual ingredient labels and substitutions.
Yield: 2 servings · Active time: 20 min · Total time: 20 min
| Per serving | Amount |
|---|---|
| Net carbohydrates | 5.6 g |
| Protein | 28 g |
| Fat | 35 g |
| Energy | 449 kcal |
| Vitamin D | 13.8 µg |
| Calcium | 41 mg |
| Omega-3 (EPA + DHA) | 2.5 g |
Nutrition figures are estimates, not medical advice. Check ingredient labels and weigh your own portions, especially when tracking a strict daily carbohydrate limit. How to interpret these estimates.
Ingredients
- 250 g sashimi-grade salmon (previously frozen), finely diced
- 1 piece ripe organic avocado, diced
- 100 g organic cucumber, finely diced
- 1 piece small organic shallot, very finely chopped
- 1 piece organic lime, zest and juice
- 1 tbsp organic chives, snipped
- 1 tbsp organic extra-virgin olive oil
- 1 pinch chilli flakes and flaky salt
- 50 g organic watercress or rocket
Step-by-step method
- Keep everything cold. Mix the salmon with shallot, chives, lime zest, half the juice, oil, chilli and salt.
- Toss the avocado and cucumber with the remaining lime juice.
- Press the avocado mix into a ring on each plate, top with the salmon and lift off the ring.
- Serve at once with watercress.
Chef’s tips
- Dice the salmon with a very sharp knife so it stays glossy, not mushy.
- Raw fish: use fish sold for raw eating and previously frozen; not for pregnancy or weak immunity.
Variations
- Use tuna.
- Top with a spoonful of salmon roe.
Storage
Eat within 1 hour of making.
Questions and answers
How many net carbs are in Salmon Tartare with Avocado, Cucumber & Lime?
One serving has 5.6 g net carbohydrates, 28 g protein and 35 g fat (449 kcal). The recipe makes 2 servings. These figures are estimates; your own ingredients may differ.
Can I make Salmon Tartare with Avocado, Cucumber & Lime ahead, store or freeze it?
Eat within 1 hour of making.
Which allergens are in Salmon Tartare with Avocado, Cucumber & Lime?
It contains fish, as listed by Ketogeni for this recipe. Always check the labels of the products you use.
Is Salmon Tartare with Avocado, Cucumber & Lime gluten-free?
Yes. None of the ingredients contain gluten. Check the labels of processed ingredients such as stock or spices.
Can I vary Salmon Tartare with Avocado, Cucumber & Lime?
Yes. Use tuna. Top with a spoonful of salmon roe.
