Citric Acid Free Whole30 Smoked Salmon Cucumber Rounds
These elegant little bites prove that appetizers can be genuinely impressive without relying on any of the processed or acidic additives that make so many store-bought snacks off-limits. The base is a silky cashew cream blended with fresh lemon juice, chives, and dill — soaking the cashews first is the key to getting that ultra-smooth, spreadable texture that holds everything together beautifully. Cool cucumber rounds act as the perfect crisp vessel, topped with delicate pieces of smoked salmon and finished with fresh dill and optional capers for a briny, herbaceous pop. Every ingredient is whole and recognizable, which means no hunting through labels for hidden citric acid or mystery preservatives. The result looks like something you'd find on a catering tray at a fancy party, but it comes together with minimal effort and no cooking required. Whether you're entertaining or just treating yourself to something a little special, these rounds deliver serious flavor with total peace of mind.
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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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