PCOS Friendly Whole30 Smoked Salmon Cucumber Rounds
Crisp cucumber rounds topped with silky cashew cream and delicate smoked salmon make for a snack or appetizer that feels genuinely fancy without any complicated cooking. The cashew cream is the real star here — soaked raw cashews blended with fresh lemon juice, chives, and dill create a rich, dairy-free spread that rivals anything you'd find at a catered event. For anyone managing hormonal health through food, this kind of recipe hits a sweet spot: it's built around anti-inflammatory ingredients, healthy fats from the cashews, and quality protein from the salmon, with zero added sugar or processed fillers. Cucumber keeps things light and refreshing while giving you a satisfying crunch in every bite. Capers and fresh dill sprigs on top add a briny, herby finish that makes the whole platter look as good as it tastes. This is the kind of dish you can throw together for a weekend gathering or a weekday snack without second-guessing a single ingredient on the list.
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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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