Description
Delightful and refreshing cucumber smoked salmon bites featuring creamy chive-infused cream cheese atop crisp cucumber slices, perfect for an elegant appetizer or light snack.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients
- 1 cucumber cut into 1/2 inch slices (approximately 16 slices)
- 4 oz smoked salmon cut into small pieces
Cream Cheese Mixture
- 1/2 cup cream cheese
- 1 spring onion finely minced
- 1 tablespoon fresh chopped chives
- 1 teaspoon lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon lemon zest
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
- Prepare the Cream Cheese Mixture: In a small bowl, combine the cream cheese, minced spring onion, chopped chives, lemon juice, lemon zest, and black pepper. Stir well until all ingredients are evenly mixed and set aside.
- Prepare the Cucumber Slices: Pat dry the cucumber slices thoroughly to remove any excess moisture. Lay them out neatly on a plate or tray to prepare for topping.
- Assemble the Bites: Spread a small amount of the prepared cream cheese mixture evenly over each cucumber slice. Then, top each slice with a small piece of smoked salmon.
- Garnish and Serve: Sprinkle a little extra cracked black pepper over the bites, garnish with additional chopped chives if desired, and drizzle lightly with lemon juice. Serve chilled for the freshest flavor.
Notes
- Ensure cucumber slices are dry to prevent sogginess.
- Use full-fat cream cheese for a richer texture.
- For a dairy-free option, substitute cream cheese with vegan cream cheese.
- Adjust black pepper to taste according to spice preference.
- These bites are best served immediately but can be refrigerated for up to 2 hours before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 110 kcal
- Sugar: 2 g
- Sodium: 250 mg
- Fat: 7 g
- Saturated Fat: 3 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 4 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 6 g
- Cholesterol: 20 mg
