Spruce Cured Gravlox with Spruce Pesto Crostini

Vegetarian
Vegan
Dairy Free
Spruce Cured Gravlox with Spruce Pesto Crostini
20 min.
12
172kcal

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Indulge in a culinary adventure with our Spruce Cured Gravlox with Spruce Pesto Crostini, a delightful dish that brings the essence of the forest right to your table. This unique recipe is not only vegetarian and vegan-friendly, but it also caters to those seeking a dairy-free option, making it perfect for a variety of dietary preferences.

Imagine the rich, aromatic flavors of black peppercorns and toasted black walnuts harmonizing with the natural sweetness of sugar and the briny touch of kosher salt, all enveloping the salmon fillets. The addition of fresh spruce elevates this dish, infusing it with a refreshing, earthy note that is both unexpected and delightful. The vibrant spruce pesto, made with a blend of fresh ingredients, adds a burst of flavor that perfectly complements the gravlox.

Ready in just 20 minutes, this dish is ideal for entertaining guests or enjoying a cozy night in. The crostini, with its crispy texture, serves as the perfect base for the luscious gravlox and zesty pesto, creating a symphony of flavors and textures in every bite. Whether you're hosting a gathering or simply treating yourself, this recipe is sure to impress and satisfy. Dive into this exquisite blend of nature's bounty and elevate your dining experience with our Spruce Cured Gravlox with Spruce Pesto Crostini!

Ingredients

  • 0.3 cup peppercorns black
  • 0.3 cup walnuts black toasted
  • 0.5 cup granulated sugar 
  • 0.5 cup kosher salt 
  • teaspoon juice of lemon fresh
  • 12 servings rustic bread as needed

Equipment

  • blender
  • plastic wrap
  • baking pan

Directions

  1. Wash and dry the salmon fillets and remove any pin bones using stainless steel needle-nose pliers.
  2. Mix together the sugar, salt and peppercorns.
  3. Lay the salmon skin side down in the baking pan. Rub the sugar mixture into the flesh side of salmon.
  4. Spread the 1 cup of the minced spruce ontop.
  5. Drizzle vodka over everything, being careful not to wash away the curing mix. Quickly flip the salmon so the skin side is on top. Cover the baking pan with plastic wrap.
  6. Add the remaining spruce, black walnuts, lemon juice to a blender. With the machine running, slowly drizzle in the olive oil and puree the mixture until a smooth paste is formed. You may not need all the oil.Make the crostini: Slice and toast the bread as needed. Top each slice with some gravlox, a spoonful of the spruce pesto and a garnish of spruce tips (optional).
  7. Serve.

Nutrition Facts

Calories172kcal
Protein6.17%
Fat44.21%
Carbs49.62%

Properties

Glycemic Index
8.51
Glycemic Load
6.43
Inflammation Score
-1
Nutrition Score
4.2091305048569%

Flavonoids

Eriodictyol
0.02mg
Hesperetin
0.06mg
Naringenin
0.01mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:172.24kcal
8.61%
Fat:8.78g
13.52%
Saturated Fat:4g
24.98%
Carbohydrates:22.18g
7.39%
Net Carbohydrates:20.05g
7.29%
Sugar:14.57g
16.19%
Cholesterol:0mg
0%
Sodium:4790.88mg
208.3%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:2.76g
5.52%
Manganese:0.74mg
37.13%
Fiber:2.13g
8.5%
Vitamin K:8.14µg
7.75%
Iron:1.02mg
5.69%
Copper:0.11mg
5.26%
Vitamin B3:0.97mg
4.84%
Magnesium:17.21mg
4.3%
Folate:14.33µg
3.58%
Potassium:124.09mg
3.55%
Phosphorus:28.58mg
2.86%
Calcium:26.45mg
2.65%
Vitamin B1:0.03mg
2.33%
Vitamin B2:0.03mg
1.88%
Vitamin B6:0.03mg
1.49%
Zinc:0.2mg
1.33%
Vitamin B5:0.11mg
1.13%
Selenium:0.75µg
1.07%
Source:SippitySup