Lupin Free Smoky Paprika Salmon Cucumber Rounds
These little bites pack a serious punch of flavor into a single, elegant mouthful. Cool, crisp cucumber rounds act as the base, layered first with a smoky, lemon-kissed avocado spread and then crowned with flaked salmon tossed in smoked paprika and olive oil. The double hit of smoked paprika — in both the avocado layer and the salmon — gives every bite a warm, deep flavor that feels far more complex than the short ingredient list suggests. Lupin flour and lupin-based fillers have quietly crept into a surprising number of packaged snacks and appetizers, so building something this impressive from whole, straightforward ingredients is genuinely satisfying. There's no hidden grain flour, no processed filler, just fresh produce, good fish, and real fat from the avocado. A scatter of fresh chives and a pinch of red pepper flakes at the end adds color and a gentle heat that ties everything together beautifully. These are the kind of appetizers that disappear from the platter before you've even finished arranging them.
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4 servings
For the rounds
- 1 large english cucumber
For the topping
- 8 oz cooked salmon, flaked
- 1 tsp smoked paprika
- 1 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- 1 tbsp fresh lemon juice
- ¼ tsp salt
- ¼ tsp black pepper
For the spread
- 1 ripe avocado, pitted and peeled
- 1 tbsp fresh lemon juice
- ¼ tsp salt
- ¼ tsp smoked paprika
For serving
- 2 tbsp fresh chives, thinly sliced (optional)
- ¼ tsp red pepper flakes (optional)
Instructions
- 1
Slice the cucumber into rounds about 1/4 inch thick and arrange them in a single layer on a large platter or baking sheet — you should get about 20–24 rounds.
- 2
In a small bowl, mash the avocado with a fork until mostly smooth with a few small chunks remaining. Stir in 1 tbsp lemon juice, 1/4 tsp salt, and 1/4 tsp smoked paprika until combined.
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