Artificial Flavors Free Cucumber Rounds with Smoked Salmon
These elegant little bites are proof that clean, real ingredients can feel genuinely celebratory. Every component here — crisp English cucumber, creamy avocado mashed with fresh lemon juice and dill, wild-caught smoked salmon, and briny capers — is exactly what it says it is, with no synthetic flavor enhancers hiding in the mix. That matters more than you might think, because smoked salmon products and pre-made spreads from the store often sneak in artificial smoke flavoring or flavor "enhancers" that have nothing to do with actual food. Making the avocado spread yourself takes about two minutes and gives you total control over what goes on each round. The combination of cool cucumber, rich avocado, and silky salmon hits every note — creamy, salty, bright, and a little herbaceous from the fresh dill. A pinch of red pepper flakes at the end adds just enough warmth to keep things interesting. Whether you're putting together a party platter or a light lunch, this is the kind of recipe that looks impressive without requiring any shortcuts.
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4 servings
For the rounds
- 1 large english cucumber
For the avocado spread
- 1 ripe avocado, pitted and peeled
- 2 tbsp fresh lemon juice
- 1 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- 1 tbsp fresh dill, finely chopped, plus more for garnish
- ¼ tsp salt
- ¼ tsp black pepper
For the topping
- 4 oz wild-caught smoked salmon, torn into small pieces
- 1 tbsp capers, drained
- ¼ tsp red pepper flakes (optional)
Instructions
- 1
Slice the cucumber into rounds about 1/4-inch thick, discarding the ends. Arrange the rounds in a single layer on a serving platter.
- 2
In a small bowl, mash the avocado with a fork until mostly smooth with a few small chunks remaining. Stir in the lemon juice, olive oil, dill, salt, and black pepper until combined.
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