MSG Free Cucumber Rounds with Smoked Salmon
These elegant little bites are the kind of appetizer that disappears from the platter before you even sit down. Cool, crisp cucumber rounds get topped with a creamy avocado spread brightened by fresh lemon juice and dill, then finished with wild-caught smoked salmon and briny capers for a combination that feels genuinely special. The whole thing comes together with whole, recognizable ingredients — no seasoning packets, no flavor enhancers, no processed shortcuts that tend to sneak glutamates into otherwise simple dishes. Smoked salmon can be a tricky ingredient since many commercial brands rely on additives for flavor, so opting for wild-caught here keeps things clean and lets the natural richness of the fish do the work. The avocado spread is mashed by hand and seasoned with just salt, pepper, olive oil, and herbs, so you know exactly what's going into every bite. Whether you're putting together a party spread or just treating yourself to something a little fancy on a weeknight, this recipe delivers serious flavor without anything unnecessary on the ingredient list.
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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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