Cucumber Cups with Dill Cream and Smoked Salmon

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

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.
Cucumber Cups with Dill Cream and Smoked Salmon
Cucumber Cups with Dill Cream and Smoked Salmon
Cucumber Cups with Dill Cream and Smoked Salmon
Cucumber Cups with Dill Cream and Smoked Salmon

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

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