Ginger Free Cucumber Rounds with Smoked Salmon
Cool, crisp cucumber rounds topped with silky smoked salmon and a bright, herby avocado spread — this appetizer is the kind of thing that disappears from a platter before you even sit down. The avocado mixture comes together with fresh lemon juice, dill, and a drizzle of olive oil, giving you a creamy, vibrant base that pairs beautifully with the rich, briny salmon. Capers add little pops of saltiness, and a pinch of red pepper flakes brings just enough heat to keep things interesting. Many smoked salmon appetizers and store-bought spreads sneak in ginger as a flavoring or preservative, so making this from scratch means you stay in full control of every ingredient. Everything here is naturally free of that particular root, with no substitutions or workarounds needed — just clean, straightforward ingredients that genuinely taste great together. It works beautifully as a party starter, a light lunch, or an elegant snack, and the assembly is so simple that it barely feels like cooking.
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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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