Brazil Nut Free Cucumber Rounds with Smoked Salmon
These elegant little bites are the kind of appetizer that disappears from the platter before you even get a chance to announce them. Cool, crisp cucumber rounds are topped with a creamy mashed avocado spread brightened by fresh lemon juice, dill, and a drizzle of olive oil — then finished with wild-caught smoked salmon and briny capers for a seriously satisfying combination. The whole thing comes together without any cooking, which makes it ideal for entertaining or a quick, impressive snack. Store-bought smoked salmon products can sometimes carry unexpected allergen warnings, but this recipe keeps things clean and straightforward with ingredients you can easily vet yourself. The optional pinch of red pepper flakes adds just enough heat to balance the richness of the avocado and the silky salmon. Whether you're putting together a party spread or just treating yourself to something a little fancy on a weeknight, these rounds deliver big flavor with minimal effort.
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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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