Mustard Free Paleo Smoked Salmon Cucumber Rounds with Lemon-Dill
These elegant little bites are the kind of appetizer that disappears from the platter before you even get a chance to sit down. Cool, crisp cucumber rounds are topped with a creamy mashed avocado spread brightened by fresh lemon juice, lemon zest, and fragrant dill, then finished with silky pieces of smoked salmon. The whole thing comes together without any cooking, which makes it perfect for entertaining or a light snack when you want something that feels fancy but takes almost no effort. Many store-bought smoked salmon spreads and dips sneak in mustard or mustard-based emulsifiers, so making your own avocado base from scratch means you stay completely in control of every ingredient. The flavor combination here is clean and vibrant — the richness of the avocado balances the briny salmon beautifully, and the fresh dill ties it all together. Optional capers add a punchy little pop of saltiness if you want to take things up a notch. Serve these straight away with lemon wedges on the side and watch them vanish.
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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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