Low-Carb Smoked Salmon Sandwich

A fresh, creamy, and flavorful sandwich where the delicately smoky taste of salmon meets the crunch of cucumber, the freshness of lettuce, and the creaminess of spreadable cheese.

The base is our OVER Low-Carb Hamburger Bun, an artisanal bun with sesame seeds, characterized by a high fiber and protein content and a particularly low carbohydrate count.

Capers add a savory and slightly pungent note, while a few drops of lemon complete the filling with a pleasant freshness.

The result is a perfectly balanced sandwich, ideal for a quick lunch, a savory brunch, or a lunch break that can be prepared in just a few minutes, without sacrificing the pleasure of a real filled sandwich.

Ingredients

For 1 sandwich

Preparation time

Total time: approximately 15 minutes

Ingredient preparation: 5 minutes

Bun preparation: 2 minutes

Final assembly: 5 minutes

Servings: 1 whole sandwich

Estimated final weight: approximately 210 g

Preparation

1. Prepare the vegetables Wash the cucumber thoroughly and cut it into very thin slices using a sharp knife or a mandoline. If the cucumber has particularly thick skin, you can remove part of it before slicing. Arrange the slices on a piece of kitchen paper and gently pat them dry to remove any excess water. Wash the lettuce, dry it thoroughly, and select the tenderest, most uniform leaves to create a fresh, crunchy layer inside the sandwich.

2. Prepare the capers and salmon

Drain the pickled capers and briefly rinse them under running water to reduce their acidity and saltiness.

Pat them dry with kitchen paper and, if they are particularly large, coarsely chop them with a knife.

Gently separate the slices of smoked salmon, trying to keep them intact.

The salmon does not require any cooking and should only be added to the sandwich at the time of assembly to preserve its soft texture and characteristic aroma.

3. Prepare the spreadable cheese

Transfer the light spreadable fresh cheese to a small bowl.

Briefly stir it with a spoon until it reaches a smooth, easily spreadable consistency.

Add a pinch of freshly ground black pepper and mix gently.

No salt is needed, as the smoked salmon and capers are already particularly savory ingredients.

4. Prepare the OVER Low-Carb Hamburger Bun Cut the OVER Low-Carb Hamburger Bun in half using a serrated knife. If you want to enhance its aroma, briefly heat the two halves in a non-stick pan, cut-side down, for about 30–60 seconds. The bun should become just warm, without becoming overly toasted. Let it cool for a few moments before filling: the salmon and cheese should remain fresh.

5. Spread the cheese and arrange the vegetables

Spread about half of the cheese on the inner surface of the bottom half of the bun.

Arrange the well-dried lettuce leaves on top, creating an even layer.

Add the cucumber slices, slightly overlapping them to distribute the crunch throughout the sandwich.

In addition to adding freshness, the lettuce helps separate the bread from the wetter ingredients, helping it maintain a pleasant texture.

7. Close and serve the sandwich

Spread the remaining cheese on the inner surface of the top half of the bun.

Gently close the sandwich, applying only light pressure to compact the filling without squashing the salmon.

Arrange the sandwich on a serving plate or a wooden cutting board.

If you want a more elegant presentation, cut it in half with a sharp knife, showcasing the layers of salmon, cheese, and fresh vegetables.

Serve immediately.

Serving suggestion

For this recipe, it is best to choose a high-quality smoked salmon, thinly sliced and characterized by a soft, uniform texture.

The light spreadable cheese should be creamy enough to spread easily over the crumb without breaking it. Avoid using it straight from a particularly cold refrigerator if it is too firm.

The cucumber should be thinly sliced and well-dried to prevent it from releasing too much water while eating.

The amount of capers can be slightly reduced if you prefer a less savory flavor, while the lemon juice helps enhance the taste of the salmon without requiring additional seasoning.

Storage: the sandwich is best enjoyed immediately after preparation. If you need to prepare it in advance, store the ingredients separately in the refrigerator and assemble the sandwich only when ready to eat, following the storage instructions on the salmon packaging.

Why it works

This recipe highlights the OVER Low-Carb Hamburger Bun with a fresh and delicate filling, an alternative to more traditional preparations with meat and melted cheese.

Our 80 g bun contains only 2.69 g of carbohydrates and provides 10.57 g of protein and 31.09 g of fiber, thanks to its special formulation based on resistant starch, inulin, and wheat proteins.

The smoked salmon contributes to the protein content and gives the preparation its characteristic taste, while the spreadable cheese adds creaminess and creates a pleasant contrast with the crunch of the cucumber.

The capers complete the filling with a savory and aromatic note, balanced by the freshness of the lemon and lettuce.

The result is a flavorful low-carb sandwich that demonstrates how simple and tasty preparations can be made using fresh ingredients and bread specifically formulated to reduce carbohydrate intake.

Average nutritional values

Estimated values for the complete recipe, corresponding to a sandwich of approximately 210 g, and per 100 g of product.

The nutritional values are estimated based on the quantities indicated, using the official nutritional table of the OVER Low-Carb Hamburger Bun, the CREA food composition tables, and the nutritional data declared by the manufacturers for the ingredients not present in the database.

For the light spreadable cheese, Philadelphia Light in a tub was used as a reference. For the capers, the values of Ponti pickled capers were considered, without attributing a numerical reduction in salt from the brief rinsing.

The calculation considers a total weight of the ingredients of approximately 210 g, without significant losses during preparation.

The salt content is mainly affected by the smoked salmon and the capers. The actual value may differ significantly depending on the products used, the degree of salting of the salmon, and the rinsing of the capers.

The recipe also features a high fiber content, coming mainly from the OVER Low-Carb Hamburger Bun. Those who are not accustomed to consuming large amounts of fiber should take this into account when planning the meal.

The reported values represent nutritional estimates and do not replace a laboratory analysis of the finished product.