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Smoked Salmon Cucumber Bites
These smoked salmon cucumber bites are a big hit at any party and they offer a light and refreshing taste any time of the year. A quick and easy appetizer that is also elegant, tasty and perfect for your holiday dinner or special occasion.
Prep Time
5 mins
Assembly Time
15 mins
Total Time
20 mins
Servings: 32
Calories: 22 kcal
Course:
Appetizer
Cuisine:
American
Ingredients
- 4 oz cream cheese
- 1 teaspoon lemon juice
- 3 Tablespoon chopped chives divided
- ½ teaspoon salt and pepper each
- 1 large english cucumber sliced in 1/2" rounds
- 8 oz smoked salmon cut into bite-sized pieces
- 1 clove garlic finely chopped
Instructions
- Whip cream cheese, lemon juice, chopped garlic, 1 Tbsp chopped chives, salt, and pepper.
- Spread some whipped cream cheese on top of each cucumber slice, and top each cucumber bite with a salmon piece. Garnish with chopped chives, salt, pepper.
- Leftovers can be refrigerated covered with a plastic foil for a couple of days.
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Notes
- Here are expert tips for making the best smoked salmon cucumber bites:
- Use English or Persian Cucumbers: These varieties have thin skins and fewer seeds, offering a crisper texture and a more refined bite.
- Slice Cucumbers Uniformly: Use a sharp knife or a mandoline slicer for precision, and aim for ¼-inch slices so they’re sturdy enough to hold the toppings without being too bulky.
- Pat the Salmon Dry: Before assembling, gently pat the smoked salmon dry with a paper towel to prevent excess moisture from seeping into the cucumber.
- Garnish at the Last Moment: For the freshest presentation, add garnishes like dill, capers, or lemon zest just before serving to keep them vibrant.
- Serve Immediately: These bites are best when served fresh; assemble them as close to serving time as possible to avoid the cucumbers getting soggy.
Nutrition Information
Serving
1slice
Calories
22kcal
(1%)
Carbohydrates
1g
(0%)
Protein
2g
(4%)
Fat
2g
(3%)
Saturated Fat
1g
(5%)
Cholesterol
6mg
(2%)
Sodium
103mg
(4%)
Potassium
31mg
(1%)
Fiber
1g
(4%)
Sugar
1g
(2%)
Vitamin A
76IU
(2%)
Vitamin C
1mg
(1%)
Calcium
6mg
(1%)
Iron
1mg
(6%)
Nutrition Facts
Serving: 32Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 22
% Daily Value*
| Serving | 1slice | |
| Calories | 22kcal | 1% |
| Carbohydrates | 1g | 0% |
| Protein | 2g | 4% |
| Fat | 2g | 3% |
| Saturated Fat | 1g | 5% |
| Cholesterol | 6mg | 2% |
| Sodium | 103mg | 4% |
| Potassium | 31mg | 1% |
| Fiber | 1g | 4% |
| Sugar | 1g | 2% |
| Vitamin A | 76IU | 2% |
| Vitamin C | 1mg | 1% |
| Calcium | 6mg | 1% |
| Iron | 1mg | 6% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.