PCOS Friendly Paleo Smoked Salmon Cucumber Rounds with Lemon-Dill
These bright, fresh bites are exactly the kind of snack or appetizer that feels indulgent without working against your body. The base is crisp cucumber, topped with a creamy mashed avocado spread loaded with lemon juice, zest, and fresh dill — then finished with tender pieces of smoked salmon. Every ingredient here is pulling its weight: healthy fats from avocado support hormone balance, while the lean protein from salmon helps keep blood sugar steady, which is a real priority when managing PCOS. There's no grain, no refined sugar, and no dairy in sight, so this fits cleanly into a whole-foods approach without any substitutions or workarounds. The lemon-dill avocado spread comes together in minutes with just a fork, making this one of those recipes that looks impressive but demands almost no effort. Optional capers add a briny little pop that takes the whole thing to the next level. Whether you're building a grazing platter or just need a satisfying midday snack, these rounds deliver serious flavor with ingredients your body will actually thank you for.
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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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