Nutmeg Free Smoky Paprika Salmon Cucumber Rounds
Cool, crisp cucumber rounds get a serious upgrade here, layered with smoky paprika-kissed salmon and a creamy smashed avocado spread that comes together in minutes. The combination of smoked paprika, fresh lemon juice, and good olive oil gives the salmon a bold, almost grilled depth of flavor without any heat required. These little bites are the kind of thing that disappears fast at a party — elegant enough to impress but genuinely easy to pull off. Warm spices like nutmeg can sneak into all kinds of appetizers and dips, especially store-bought versions, so making your own spread from scratch with just avocado, lemon, salt, and paprika keeps things clean and worry-free. Every ingredient here is straightforward and easy to verify, which means you can serve these confidently without scanning labels or second-guessing a thing. Finish with a scatter of fresh chives and a pinch of red pepper flakes if you want a little extra pop, and get them to the table quickly — they're best served right away while the cucumber still has its satisfying crunch.
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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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