Cucumber Cups with Dill Cream and Smoked Salmon

This smoked salmon appetizer is a must for your next party with the classic flavor combination of cucumber, dill, salmon, and a touch of lemon.

• Preparation Time: 30 mins
• Total Time: 30 mins
• Calories: 49 Calories

Ingredients

• 1 teaspoon lemon zest
• 4 ounces cream cheese, softened
• 2 tablespoons chopped fresh dill
• 4 ounces smoked salmon, cut into 2-inch strips
• 24 small fresh dill sprigs
• 0.25 teaspoon ground black pepper
• 0.5 teaspoon fresh lemon juice
• 24 slices cucmber, each about 3/4-inch thick

Recipe Instructions

Step 1

Form a cup in each cucumber slice by using a melon baller to scoop a 1/2-inch-deep depression from one side. Place cucumbers, scooped-sides down, onto paper towels to drain for 15 minutes.

Step 2

Mix cream cheese, chopped dill, lemon zest, lemon juice, and pepper in a bowl until well combined.

Step 3

Spoon about 1/2 teaspoon cheese mixture into each cucumber cup. Top each cup with a salmon strip and a dill sprig.