Red Meat Allergy Friendly Paleo Smoked Salmon Cucumber Rounds with Lemon-Dill
These elegant little bites are proof that appetizers can be both stunning and completely stress-free to pull together. Crisp cucumber rounds act as the base, topped with a creamy mashed avocado spread brightened with fresh lemon juice, lemon zest, and fragrant dill — then finished with silky smoked salmon and optional briny capers. Every single ingredient here is naturally free from red meat, so there's no need to scrutinize labels or worry about hidden proteins sneaking into your spread. The combination of cool cucumber, rich avocado, and savory salmon hits every textural note you want in a one-bite appetizer. Because the avocado mixture comes together with just a fork and a bowl, this is genuinely one of the easiest things you can set out for a crowd. Serve them immediately for the best crunch, and keep a few lemon wedges nearby — that extra squeeze of citrus really ties everything together.
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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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