Cucumber Smoked Salmon Bites Recipe
These Cucumber Smoked Salmon Bites are a quick and elegant appetizer featuring crisp cucumber slices topped with creamy dairy-free cream cheese, delicate smoked salmon, thinly sliced red onions, and fresh dill. Perfect for entertaining, these bites offer a refreshing and flavorful combination ideal for any occasion.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 5 minutes
- Yield: 12 servings
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Low Lactose
Ingredients
Appetizer Ingredients
- 1 English Cucumber (cut into about 1/2 inch slices)
- 4 oz Cream cheese spread (Kite Hill Dairy Free Cream Cheese, Chive)
- 1 package smoked salmon
- 1/8 to 1/4 small red onion (thinly sliced)
- 1 tsp dry dill (or 2-3 tablespoons freshly chopped dill)
Instructions
- Prepare the Cucumber: Wash the English cucumber thoroughly and cut it into approximately 1/2 inch thick slices to serve as the base for your bites.
- Slice the Onion: Thinly slice 1/8 to 1/4 of a small red onion to add a mild sharpness and crunch on top of the salmon.
- Cut the Salmon: Divide the smoked salmon into 12 equal pieces to evenly distribute over each cucumber slice.
- Assemble the Bites: Spread about 1/2 to 1 teaspoon of dairy-free cream cheese on each cucumber slice. Then place half a thin slice of smoked salmon on top, followed by a few slices of the red onion.
- Garnish and Serve: Lightly sprinkle each bite with dry or fresh dill to add a fragrant herbal note, then serve immediately for best freshness and flavor.
Notes
- Use dairy-free cream cheese to keep this appetizer suitable for those avoiding dairy.
- Fresh dill can be used instead of dry dill for a brighter flavor; just increase the quantity to 2-3 tablespoons chopped.
- Keep cucumber slices uniform in thickness for even and stable bites.
- This appetizer is best served fresh but can be prepared a short time beforehand and refrigerated tightly covered.
- If you prefer a milder onion flavor, soak the sliced onions in cold water for 10 minutes and drain before assembling.
