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Cucumber Bites with Smoked Salmon

Delicious Cucumber Bites with Smoked Salmon for Your Next Appetizer

Cucumber Bites with Smoked Salmon are a quick, elegant appetizer that combines fresh cucumber with creamy cheese and rich salmon.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Chilling Time 10 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 12 bites
Course: Appetizers
Cuisine: Global
Calories: 160
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Cucumber Base
  • 2 medium cucumbers Look for firm and bright cucumbers.
For the Creamy Topping
  • 4 oz smoked salmon
  • 4 oz cream cheese Soften beforehand for easier spreading.
For the Flavor Boosters
  • 2 tablespoon fresh dill Chopped.
  • 1 teaspoon lemon zest
  • 2 tablespoon capers Drained.
  • to taste freshly ground black pepper

Equipment

  • knife
  • butter knife
  • paper towel
  • Platter

Method
 

Step‑by‑Step Instructions
  1. Wash the cucumbers under cool water and slice them into ½-inch thick rounds.
  2. Pat each cucumber slice with a paper towel to remove excess moisture.
  3. Spread approximately 1 teaspoon of softened cream cheese onto each cucumber round.
  4. Place a small piece of smoked salmon on top of each cream cheese-covered cucumber slice.
  5. Sprinkle lemon zest, chopped dill, drained capers, and black pepper over the salmon.
  6. Arrange the assembled cucumber bites on a platter and chill in the refrigerator for at least 10 minutes.

Nutrition

Serving: 1biteCalories: 160kcalCarbohydrates: 4gProtein: 7gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 6gCholesterol: 20mgSodium: 300mgPotassium: 180mgFiber: 1gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 200IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 40mgIron: 0.5mg

Notes

Best served chilled and enjoyed fresh. Not suitable for reheating. Store leftovers separately for optimal freshness.

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