Description
Need a quick and elegant appetizer for your next party or brunch? These Cucumber Bites with Smoked Salmon & Cream Cheese are fresh, low-carb, and perfect for entertaining. With just a few simple ingredients, this easy recipe comes together in minutes, delivering big flavor with zero fuss. Whether you’re searching for healthy snack ideas, easy recipes for entertaining, or quick appetizers that impress, this bite-sized dish has you covered.
Ingredients
1 large cucumber
100 grams cream cheese, softened
100 grams smoked salmon, thinly sliced
1 tablespoon fresh dill
1 teaspoon lemon zest (optional)
1/2 teaspoon cracked black pepper or 10 capers (optional)
Instructions
1. Slice the cucumber into 1/4-inch thick rounds. Optional: Use a fork to score the sides for presentation.
2. In a bowl, mix cream cheese with salt, black pepper, lemon zest, and optional dill for extra flavor.
3. Spoon or pipe a small amount of the cream cheese mixture onto each cucumber slice.
4. Fold a small piece of smoked salmon on top of each cheese layer.
5. Garnish each bite with a small sprig of dill and either cracked pepper or a caper.
6. Chill before serving or enjoy immediately.
Notes
Use whipped cream cheese if you want a lighter texture or easier spreading.
For best results, assemble shortly before serving to keep the cucumbers crisp.
Optional: Add a small squeeze of lemon juice just before serving for extra brightness.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 3-5 bites
- Calories: 45
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 170mg
- Fat: 3.5g
- Saturated Fat: 1.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 1.8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 1.5g
- Fiber: 0.3g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 10mg
Keywords: cucumber bites, smoked salmon appetizer, no-cook appetizer, healthy snack, keto appetizer