Description
Cucumber Smoked Salmon Bites are a fresh and elegant appetizer featuring crisp cucumber rounds topped with a creamy dill-infused cheese spread and delicate smoked salmon. These bite-sized treats are perfect for parties, gatherings, or a light snack, offering a delightful combination of creamy, tangy, and savory flavors without any cooking required.
Ingredients
Scale
Base
- 1 large English cucumber, sliced into 1/4-inch rounds
Cream Cheese Mixture
- 4 ounces cream cheese, softened
- 1 tablespoon sour cream
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon chopped fresh dill (plus more for garnish)
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
Toppings
- 4 ounces smoked salmon, cut into bite-sized strips
- Capers for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Prepare the cream cheese mixture: In a small bowl, combine the softened cream cheese, sour cream, lemon juice, chopped fresh dill, garlic powder, salt, and pepper. Mix thoroughly until the mixture is smooth and well combined.
- Arrange cucumber slices: Lay the cucumber rounds flat on a serving platter, ensuring they are evenly spaced for easy topping.
- Apply the cream cheese mixture: Using a spoon or a piping bag, place about 1 teaspoon of the cream cheese mixture onto each cucumber slice, spreading or piping it neatly.
- Add smoked salmon: Gently fold or roll small pieces of smoked salmon and place one on top of each cream cheese dollop on the cucumber slices.
- Garnish: Enhance each bite with a few capers if desired, followed by a sprinkle of fresh dill for a burst of color and flavor.
- Chill before serving: Refrigerate the assembled bites for 15 to 20 minutes to allow flavors to meld and the bites to become nicely chilled, which enhances the texture and taste.
Notes
- Use whipped cream cheese to make mixing and piping smoother and easier.
- These bites can be prepared several hours ahead of time and stored in the refrigerator.
- Adding a small curl of lemon zest on top of each bite brightens the flavor and adds an elegant touch.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: American