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Cucumber Smoked Salmon Bites

Cucumber Smoked Salmon Bites: Your Quick, No-Cook Delight

Discover the refreshing Cucumber Smoked Salmon Bites, a delightful no-cook appetizer that combines vibrant cucumber, rich cream cheese, and savory smoked salmon.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Total Time 10 minutes
Servings: 4 bites
Course: APPETIZERS
Calories: 50
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Base
  • 2 medium Cucumber Choose firm cucumbers for best texture.
  • 4 oz Smoked Salmon Opt for high-quality, thinly sliced salmon.
For the Cream Cheese Mixture
  • 8 oz Cream Cheese Low-fat or dairy-free versions can be used.
  • 2 tablespoons Spring Onion Minced.
  • 2 tablespoons Chives Minced.
  • 1 tablespoon Lemon Juice Fresh is ideal.
  • 1 teaspoon Lemon Zest Freshly grated for best results.
  • 1/4 teaspoon Black Pepper Adjust to taste.
For the Topping
  • 2 tablespoons Additional Chives For garnish.
  • to taste Extra Black Pepper For garnish.

Equipment

  • small bowl
  • serving plate
  • paper towels

Method
 

How to Make Cucumber Smoked Salmon Bites
  1. In a small bowl, blend the cream cheese with minced spring onion, chives, lemon juice, lemon zest, and black pepper until smooth and creamy.
  2. Pat dry cucumber slices with a paper towel to ensure they're crisp and arrange them on a serving plate.
  3. Spread a layer of the cream cheese mixture over each cucumber slice.
  4. Place a piece of smoked salmon on top of the cream cheese, gently pressing it down. Finish with a sprinkle of black pepper and chopped chives.
  5. Serve these bites chilled for best flavor.

Nutrition

Serving: 1biteCalories: 50kcalCarbohydrates: 2gProtein: 4gFat: 3gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 0.5gCholesterol: 10mgSodium: 170mgPotassium: 80mgSugar: 1gVitamin A: 100IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 15mgIron: 0.5mg

Notes

These bites are best enjoyed immediately but can be prepared in advance. Store the cream cheese mixture separately to maintain the crunch of the cucumbers.

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