Black Pepper Free Smoked Salmon Platter with Herb Cucumber Rounds
Elegant, fresh, and built for sharing, this smoked salmon platter is the kind of spread that looks like it took hours but comes together in minutes. Crisp cucumber rounds form the base, layered with silky salmon, creamy fanned avocado, and a bright herb drizzle that ties everything together beautifully. The seasoning here leans on fresh dill, chives, lemon juice, and a touch of ground ginger — so the flavor is vibrant and complex without a single crack of black pepper in sight. That matters more than you might think, since so many store-bought smoked salmon accompaniments and pre-made dressings sneak pepper in as a default seasoning. Capers and thinly sliced red onion add a briny, sharp contrast that makes every bite feel intentional, while optional fresh horseradish brings a gentle heat for those who want a little extra kick. A final squeeze of lemon over the whole platter right before serving keeps everything tasting bright and alive. Whether you're hosting a weekend brunch or just treating yourself to something special, this is the kind of dish that earns genuine compliments.
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4 servings
For the platter
- 12 oz smoked salmon, thinly sliced
- 2 medium english cucumbers, sliced into ¼-inch rounds
- 2 ripe avocados, halved, pitted, and thinly sliced
- 1 small red onion, very thinly sliced
- 2 tbsp capers, drained and rinsed
- ¼ cup fresh dill, roughly torn
- 2 tbsp fresh chives, finely chopped
- 1 lemon, cut into wedges
- 1 tbsp fresh horseradish, finely grated (optional)
For the herb drizzle
- 2 tbsp extra-virgin olive oil
- 1 tbsp fresh lemon juice
- 1 tbsp fresh dill, finely chopped
- 1 tbsp fresh chives, finely chopped
- ¼ tsp fine sea salt
- ¼ tsp ground ginger
Instructions
- 1
In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, lemon juice, finely chopped dill, finely chopped chives, sea salt, and ground ginger until combined. Set aside.
- 2
Arrange the cucumber rounds in a single, slightly overlapping layer across the base of a large serving platter, leaving space around the edges for the other components.
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