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Cucumber Smoked Salmon Bites

Cucumber Smoked Salmon Bites for Effortless Summer Entertaining

Cucumber Smoked Salmon Bites are a refreshing, no-cook appetizer perfect for summer gatherings.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Servings: 8 bites
Course: Appetizers
Cuisine: American
Calories: 115
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Bites
  • 2 large Cucumbers Use firm cucumbers for the best texture.
  • 8 oz Smoked Salmon Substitute with other smoked seafood or deli meats if preferred.
For the Cheese Mixture
  • 8 oz Cream Cheese Substitute with Greek yogurt for a lighter option.
  • 2 tablespoons Spring Onion Finely minced.
  • 2 tablespoons Chives Fresh, chopped.
  • 1 tablespoon Lemon Juice Fresh lemon works best.
  • 1 teaspoon Lemon Zest Omit if unavailable.
  • 1/4 teaspoon Black Pepper Cracked.

Equipment

  • medium bowl
  • Sharp Knife
  • paper towels
  • Butter knife or small spatula
  • Serving plate

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. In a medium bowl, mix together the cream cheese, finely minced spring onion, chopped chives, lemon juice, lemon zest, and cracked black pepper. Allow it to sit for about 5 minutes.
  2. Using a sharp knife, cut the cucumber into thick slices, about half an inch each. Pat the cucumber rounds dry with a paper towel.
  3. Spread a layer of the creamy herb cheese mixture over each cucumber slice.
  4. Place a piece of smoked salmon on top of each cucumber slice. Sprinkle with extra cracked black pepper and garnish with chopped chives.
  5. Serve immediately for best freshness.

Nutrition

Serving: 1biteCalories: 115kcalCarbohydrates: 2gProtein: 5gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 25mgSodium: 300mgPotassium: 150mgSugar: 1gVitamin A: 250IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 0.5mg

Notes

These bites are perfect for summer entertaining, providing a light, refreshing appetizer without any fuss.

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