BHA & BHT Free Paleo Smoky Paprika Smoked Salmon Cucumber Rounds
These elegant little bites are the kind of appetizer that disappears from the platter before you even sit down. Cool, crisp cucumber rounds get topped with a smoky, creamy avocado spread — mashed with fresh lemon juice, smoked paprika, and a pinch of cayenne — then finished with silky smoked salmon, fresh dill, and briny capers. Every ingredient here is whole and recognizable, which matters a lot when you're trying to avoid the synthetic preservatives that sneak into so many packaged snacks and processed spreads. Smoked salmon can be a tricky one, since many commercial brands rely on additives to extend shelf life, so sourcing a clean, preservative-free option is the key step that makes this recipe work. The avocado base comes together with just a fork and a bowl, and the whole assembly is fast enough to pull off right before guests arrive. Bold, layered flavor with zero artificial anything — that's a rare combination in party food, and this one absolutely delivers.
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4 servings
For the cucumber rounds
- 1 large english cucumber
For the avocado spread
- 2 ripe avocados, halved and pitted
- 1 tbsp fresh lemon juice
- 1 tsp smoked paprika
- ¼ tsp cayenne pepper
- ¼ tsp salt
- ¼ tsp black pepper
For topping
- 4 oz smoked salmon, torn into small pieces
- 2 tbsp fresh dill, roughly chopped
- 1 tbsp capers, drained
- ¼ tsp smoked paprika, for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- 1
Slice the cucumber into rounds about 1/4-inch thick, discarding the ends. Arrange the rounds in a single layer on a large serving platter or cutting board.
- 2
Scoop the avocado flesh into a small mixing bowl. Add the lemon juice, smoked paprika, cayenne, salt, and black pepper. Mash with a fork until mostly smooth with a few small chunks remaining — the texture should be thick and spreadable, not runny.
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