Anti Inflammatory Whole30 Smoked Salmon Cucumber Rounds
Crisp cucumber rounds topped with silky cashew cream and delicate smoked salmon make for a bite that feels genuinely elegant without any of the usual fuss. The cashew cream is the real star here — raw cashews blended with fresh lemon juice, chives, and dill create a luscious, dairy-free spread that rivals anything you'd find at a fancy appetizer spread. Smoked salmon is naturally rich in omega-3 fatty acids, and paired with the hydrating crunch of English cucumber and the brightness of fresh herbs, every bite is working hard in your favor. Because the cream is made entirely from whole, recognizable ingredients, you sidestep the processed fillers and inflammatory oils that sneak into so many store-bought alternatives. Soaking the cashews ahead of time is the only real planning involved, and the rest comes together quickly on a platter. Capers and extra dill on top add a briny, fresh finish that makes these rounds look as good as they taste. Whether you're hosting or just treating yourself, this is the kind of snack that never feels like a compromise.
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4 servings
For the cashew cream
- 1 cup raw cashews, soaked in cold water for at least 2 hours, then drained and rinsed
- 3 tbsp fresh lemon juice
- 2 tbsp water, plus more as needed
- 1 tbsp fresh chives, finely chopped
- 1 tbsp fresh dill, finely chopped
- ¼ tsp salt
- ¼ tsp black pepper
For the rounds
- 2 large english cucumbers, sliced into ¼-inch rounds
- 4 oz smoked salmon, torn into small pieces
For serving
- fresh dill sprigs, for serving (optional)
- capers, for serving (optional)
Instructions
- 1
Drain and rinse the soaked cashews, then add them to a food processor along with the lemon juice, 2 tbsp water, chives, dill, salt, and black pepper. Process until very smooth and spreadable, about 2–3 minutes, scraping down the sides as needed. If the cream is too thick to spread, add water 1 tsp at a time until it reaches a smooth, spreadable consistency.
- 2
Arrange the cucumber rounds in a single layer on a serving platter.
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