Turkey Free Whole30 Smoked Salmon Cucumber Rounds
These elegant little bites are proof that clean eating can feel genuinely indulgent. Crisp cucumber rounds get topped with a silky cashew cream — blended with fresh chives, dill, and lemon juice — then finished with delicate pieces of smoked salmon for a combination that tastes far more luxurious than the ingredient list suggests. The cashew cream is the real star here: soaking the raw cashews before blending gives it that smooth, spreadable texture that makes every bite feel rich and satisfying without any dairy in sight. Optional capers and fresh dill sprigs on top add a briny, herby pop that takes the whole platter to another level. This is the kind of appetizer that disappears fast at a party, and nobody needs to know it checks every Whole30 box. Because the ingredients are naturally free from poultry products, there's no need to scan labels or worry about hidden additives — just straightforward, beautiful food. Serve immediately for the best crunch and freshest flavor.
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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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