Soy Free Paleo Smoked Salmon Cucumber Rounds with Lemon-Dill
Crisp cucumber rounds topped with silky avocado and delicate smoked salmon make for one of those appetizers that looks far more impressive than the effort required. The avocado spread comes together with fresh lemon juice, lemon zest, and chopped dill — bright, herbaceous, and creamy without a drop of dairy or any processed ingredient in sight. Smoked salmon can sometimes hide unexpected additives, so checking your label for a clean, minimally processed option keeps this one exactly as wholesome as it looks. Optional capers add a briny little pop that plays beautifully against the richness of the avocado. Everything here is naturally free of soy and grains, making it a genuinely easy fit for paleo eating without any substitutions or workarounds. Serve these straight from the platter with a squeeze of lemon and extra dill scattered on top, and watch them disappear before you've even sat down.
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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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