Salmon and Cucumber Skewers

Summer is finally here: picnics, barbecues, long-awaited seaside visits; all to make the most of this rare and glorious sunshine. However with all the eating involved it can be difficult to keep that bikini body in check! This simple and refreshing recipe is perfect for summer celebrations and won’t pile on the pounds!

Serves: 4

Ingredients

  • 4 Salmon fillets, cut into 4cm cubes
  • 1 Large cucumber, cut into 1cm thick slices
  • 1 glass White wine
  • 3 tbsp Soy sauce
  • 2 tbsp Poppy seeds
  • 1 tbsp Caster sugar
  • 1 tbsp Olive oil
  • Wooden skewers, soaked in cold water for a couple of hours

Method

  1. In a bowl whisk the white wine, soy sauce, poppy seeds, sugar and oil.
  2. Place the salmon and cucumber in the marinade and leave in the fridge for 1 hour.
  3. Thread alternating chunks of salmon and cucumber onto the wooden skewers.
  4. Either barbeque, place under the grill or cook on a griddle pan until salmon is golden and cooked through.

* Chef’s Tip: whilst the skewers are on the grill, occasionally brush some of the marinade over the skewers for added flavour.

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