This platter is the kind of spread that looks like it took serious effort but comes together in minutes — silky smoked salmon draped in loose folds, creamy avocado fanned alongside crisp cucumber rounds, and a bright herb drizzle that ties everything together beautifully. The dressing is whisked up from scratch using olive oil, fresh lemon juice, dill, chives, and a touch of ground ginger, so you know exactly what's going into it — no mystery syrups or sweetened condiments hiding in the mix. That matters more than you'd think, because store-bought sauces and cured fish products are surprisingly common places for unwanted sweeteners to sneak in. Here, every component is whole and straightforward: fresh herbs, real capers, ripe avocado, and a squeeze of lemon. The optional fresh horseradish adds a gentle kick that plays perfectly against the richness of the salmon without any of the processed additives found in jarred versions. It's elegant enough for a brunch table or a casual dinner party, yet simple enough to pull off on a weeknight when you want something that feels a little special. Pile it high, drizzle generously, and let everyone dig in.
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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.
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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