Artificial Food Coloring Free Paleo Smoked Salmon Cucumber Rounds with Lemon-Dill
These elegant little bites are proof that appetizers don't need a long ingredient list — or anything artificial — to impress a crowd. Cool cucumber rounds act as the base, topped with a creamy mashed avocado spread brightened by fresh lemon juice, lemon zest, and fragrant dill. Silky smoked salmon drapes over each round, and optional capers add a briny pop that takes the whole thing to another level. Every single ingredient here is whole and recognizable, which means no synthetic dyes or mystery additives hiding in the mix — just real food that happens to look stunning on a platter. Store-bought dips and packaged appetizers are notorious for sneaking in artificial colorings, so making this from scratch puts you fully in control. It comes together with nothing more than a fork and a cutting board, making it as low-effort as it is impressive. Serve it at a party, a weekend brunch, or just as a light snack and watch it disappear fast.
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4 servings
For the rounds
- 2 large english cucumbers
For the avocado spread
- 2 ripe avocados, halved and pitted
- 2 tbsp fresh lemon juice
- 1 tsp lemon zest
- 2 tbsp fresh dill, finely chopped, plus more for garnish
- ¼ tsp salt, plus more to taste
- ¼ tsp black pepper
For the topping
- 4 oz smoked salmon, torn into small pieces
- 1 tbsp capers, drained (optional)
For serving
- lemon wedges, for serving (optional)
Instructions
- 1
Slice the cucumbers into rounds about 1/4-inch thick and arrange them in a single layer on a serving platter or large cutting board.
- 2
Scoop the avocado flesh into a small bowl and mash with a fork until mostly smooth with a few small chunks remaining. Stir in the lemon juice, lemon zest, dill, salt, and black pepper until combined. Taste and adjust salt as needed.
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