Peanut Free Cucumber Rounds with Smoked Salmon
Cool, crisp cucumber rounds topped with creamy avocado and silky smoked salmon make for one of those appetizers that looks far more impressive than the effort involved. The avocado spread comes together with a quick mash, brightened by fresh lemon juice, olive oil, and fragrant dill — it's rich without being heavy. Wild-caught smoked salmon adds a deeply savory, slightly smoky note, while briny capers and a pinch of red pepper flakes give each bite a little punch. Store-bought smoked salmon can sometimes carry hidden additives or shared-facility warnings, but checking the label on a quality wild-caught variety keeps things clean and worry-free. Every ingredient here is naturally free from peanuts and peanut derivatives, so there's no need to swap or substitute a thing. These little rounds are perfect for a party spread, a light lunch, or an elegant snack that comes together without turning on the stove.
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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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