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Easy Creamy Smoked Salmon Cucumber Bites

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These creamy smoked salmon cucumber bites are a quick and elegant party snack featuring crisp cucumber rounds topped with a smooth, tangy cream cheese and smoked salmon mixture. Perfect for last-minute entertaining, they offer a fresh, flavorful, and light appetizer option.

Ingredients

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  • 1 large English cucumber or 2 smaller Kirby cucumbers, sliced into ½-inch thick rounds
  • 8 ounces cream cheese, softened to room temperature
  • 4 ounces smoked salmon, thinly sliced
  • 1 tablespoon fresh dill, finely chopped
  • Zest from half a lemon
  • 1 tablespoon capers, drained (optional)
  • Freshly ground black pepper, to taste
  • Sea salt, light sprinkle on cucumber slices (optional)
  • Chives or green onions, finely chopped for garnish (optional)

Instructions

  1. Wash and dry the cucumber. Slice into ½-inch rounds. Optionally, sprinkle lightly with sea salt and let sit on paper towels for 5 minutes to draw out excess water, then pat dry.
  2. In a medium bowl, soften 8 ounces of cream cheese until smooth. Add 1 tablespoon chopped fresh dill, lemon zest from half a lemon, and 1 tablespoon drained capers (if using). Mix until creamy and combined. Season with freshly ground black pepper to taste.
  3. Spread or pipe about 1 tablespoon of the cream cheese mixture onto each cucumber slice.
  4. Tear or cut smoked salmon into bite-sized pieces (about ½ ounce per bite) and place on top of the cream cheese layer.
  5. Garnish with finely chopped chives or green onions and optionally a tiny squeeze of lemon juice.
  6. Arrange on a platter and serve immediately or chill for 10-15 minutes before serving.

Notes

Keep cream cheese at room temperature for smooth blending. Lightly salting cucumber slices and draining capers prevents watery bites. Assemble just before serving or chill no longer than 15 minutes to maintain crispness. Variations include dairy-free cream cheese and smoked tofu or avocado for vegetarian options.

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