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Christmas Smoked Salmon Cucumber Appetizer

  • Author: Chef Sally
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 0 minutes
  • Total Time: 15 minutes
  • Yield: 20 pieces 1x
  • Method: Appetizer
  • Cuisine: American

Description

A festive and elegant appetizer featuring smoked salmon on cucumber slices, topped with fresh herbs and a creamy dill sauce. Perfect for holiday gatherings and easy to assemble ahead of time.


Ingredients

Scale
  • 8 oz smoked salmon, thinly sliced
  • 2 large cucumbers, sliced into 1/4 inch rounds
  • 1/2 cup cream cheese, softened
  • 2 tbsp fresh dill, chopped
  • 1 tbsp lemon juice
  • Salt and pepper, to taste
  • Fresh chives, for garnish

Instructions

  1. In a small bowl, mix together the cream cheese, dill, lemon juice, salt, and pepper until smooth.
  2. Arrange cucumber slices on a serving platter.
  3. Spread a small amount of the cream cheese mixture onto each cucumber slice.
  4. Top with a piece of smoked salmon.
  5. Garnish with chives.
  6. Serve immediately or chill for up to 2 hours.

Notes

For best results, use fresh, high-quality smoked salmon. This appetizer can be assembled up to 4 hours in advance if kept refrigerated. Adjust seasoning to taste.


Nutrition

  • Calories: 60
  • Sugar: 1g
  • Fat: 4g
  • Carbohydrates: 2g
  • Protein: 4g