Smoked salmon platters are one of those showstopper spreads that look like you spent hours on them but come together in minutes. This version skips the traditional bagels and rye crackers entirely, building its base on crisp English cucumber rounds instead — so every bite stays fresh, light, and completely grain-free. Silky folds of smoked salmon, creamy fanned avocado, sharp red onion, and briny capers are all tied together with a bright herb drizzle of olive oil, lemon juice, fresh dill, chives, and a whisper of ground ginger. That drizzle is genuinely the secret weapon here — it lifts every component on the platter and makes the whole thing taste intentional rather than assembled. A scatter of torn dill and a few lemon wedges tucked around the edges give it that effortless, abundant look that's perfect for entertaining or a leisurely weekend brunch. If you want a little heat, the optional fresh horseradish alongside the salmon adds a sharp, nose-tingling kick that pairs beautifully with the richness of the avocado. No toasted bread required — and honestly, you won't miss it.
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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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