Description

Smoked Salmon Cucumber Bites with Cream Cheese are crisp, cool, and elegant. Fresh cucumber rounds hold a creamy herb spread and tender smoked salmon for an easy no-cook appetizer.

Ingredients

1 large English cucumber

4 ounces cream cheese, softened

4 ounces smoked salmon

1 tablespoon chopped chives

1 teaspoon lemon juice

1/2 teaspoon lemon zest

1 small garlic clove, minced

1/4 teaspoon black pepper

Fresh dill, for garnish

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Instructions

1. Slice the cucumber into thick rounds and pat the slices dry.

2. Add the cream cheese, chives, lemon juice, lemon zest, garlic, and black pepper to a small bowl.

3. Stir until the mixture looks smooth and creamy.

4. Spread or pipe a small amount of the cream cheese mixture onto each cucumber slice.

5. Top each slice with a piece of smoked salmon.

6. Garnish with fresh dill and serve chilled.

Notes

Pat the cucumber dry so the topping stays in place.

Use a piping bag if you want a cleaner party presentation.

Assemble the bites shortly before serving for the freshest texture.