Gelatin Free Cucumber Rounds with Smoked Salmon
These elegant little bites are everything you want in a party appetizer — fresh, vibrant, and packed with flavor in just one or two bites. Crisp cucumber rounds act as the base, topped with a creamy mashed avocado spread brightened by lemon juice, olive oil, and fresh dill. Wild-caught smoked salmon and briny capers finish each round with a savory, slightly smoky punch that feels genuinely impressive without much effort at all. Many store-bought dips, spreads, and even smoked fish products can contain hidden stabilizers or thickeners, so making everything from scratch here keeps things clean and straightforward. The avocado spread comes together with a fork in minutes, and the whole platter assembles quickly with no cooking required. A pinch of red pepper flakes adds a gentle kick if you like a little heat, and extra dill fronds scattered across the platter make it look like something straight off a catering table. Whether you're hosting guests or just treating yourself to a light lunch, this is the kind of recipe that looks far more complicated than it actually is.
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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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