Gelatin Free Whole30 Smoked Salmon Cucumber Rounds
These elegant little bites are proof that appetizers can be both stunning and completely fuss-free. A silky cashew cream — blended from soaked raw cashews, bright lemon juice, fresh chives, and dill — replaces any dairy or gelatin-based spread, so every component is clean and whole-food from start to finish. That creamy base gets spooned onto crisp cucumber rounds and topped with tender pieces of smoked salmon, making each bite cool, savory, and a little luxurious. Because the cashew cream is made entirely in a food processor with ingredients you control, there's no need to scan labels for hidden thickeners or stabilizers that often sneak into store-bought alternatives. A scatter of capers and a few fresh dill sprigs finish things off beautifully if you want to lean into that classic smoked salmon flavor. These are the kind of snacks that disappear fast at a party, but they're just as satisfying as a light lunch or a fancy-feeling afternoon snack at home.
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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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