Chestnut Free Paleo Smoked Salmon Cucumber Rounds with Lemon-Dill
These elegant little bites are everything you want in a light, fresh appetizer — cool cucumber, creamy avocado, and silky smoked salmon all stacked into one perfect round. The avocado spread comes together in minutes with fresh lemon juice, lemon zest, and chopped dill, giving it a bright, herbaceous flavor that pairs beautifully with the richness of the salmon. Capers add a briny pop if you're feeling fancy, and a squeeze of lemon at the end ties the whole thing together. Because every ingredient here is whole and naturally derived, there's no need to scan labels or worry about hidden additives sneaking into your spread. This is the kind of recipe that looks impressive on a platter but requires almost no cooking — just slicing, mashing, and assembling. It's a crowd-pleaser that works just as well for a casual snack as it does for a dinner party starter.
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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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