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Cucumber Smoked Salmon Bites That Wow Every Guest

Cucumber Smoked Salmon Bites That Wow Every Guest Effortlessly

Cucumber Smoked Salmon Bites are a delightful no-cook appetizer guaranteed to wow every guest.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Servings: 6 bites
Course: Appetizers
Cuisine: International
Calories: 120
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Cucumber Base
  • 2 pieces Cucumbers Use firm varieties like English or Persian for the best crunch.
For the Cream Cheese Mixture
  • 8 ounces Cream Cheese Provides a creamy texture; substitute with Greek yogurt for a lighter option.
  • 2 tablespoons Spring Onion Offers a mild onion flavor; shallots or chives can be used as alternatives.
  • 2 tablespoons Fresh Chives Enhances the herby goodness; dill or parsley work well too.
  • 1/2 pieces Lemon Juice Adds brightness; fresh juice is ideal, but bottled can suffice in a pinch.
  • 1 teaspoon Lemon Zest Boosts lemon flavor; can be omitted if you prefer less acidity.
  • 1 pinch Black Pepper Adds a hint of spice; freshly cracked gives the best taste.
For the Topping
  • 4 ounces Smoked Salmon Provides rich, savory flavor; high-quality smoked salmon is recommended.

Equipment

  • mixing bowl
  • hand mixer
  • paper towels

Method
 

Step‑by‑Step Instructions
  1. In a mixing bowl, combine 8 ounces of softened cream cheese with 2 finely minced spring onions, 2 tablespoons of freshly chopped chives, the juice of half a lemon, and a pinch of black pepper. Blend until smooth and creamy, about 2-3 minutes.
  2. Take 2 firm cucumbers and slice them into 1/2-inch thick rounds. Pat each slice gently with a paper towel to remove excess moisture.
  3. On each cucumber slice, generously spread about a tablespoon of the cream cheese mixture.
  4. Carefully place a small piece of high-quality smoked salmon on top of each cream cheese-coated cucumber slice.
  5. Sprinkle a touch of freshly cracked black pepper and additional chopped chives over the top. Serve these delightful bites cold on a beautiful platter.

Nutrition

Serving: 1biteCalories: 120kcalCarbohydrates: 4gProtein: 6gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 20mgSodium: 250mgPotassium: 200mgFiber: 1gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 200IUVitamin C: 6mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 0.5mg

Notes

Make the cream cheese mixture a day in advance to save time, but assemble the bites no more than 30 minutes before serving for best texture.

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