Keto Smoked Salmon Cucumber Bites (Print version)

Refreshing cucumber bites layered with creamy cheese and smoked salmon for a light, elegant starter.

# Required ingredients:

→ Base

01 - 1 large English cucumber

→ Filling

02 - 4 oz cream cheese, softened
03 - 1 tbsp fresh dill, finely chopped
04 - 1 tsp lemon juice
05 - 1/4 tsp black pepper

→ Topping

06 - 3.5 oz smoked salmon, thinly sliced

→ Garnish

07 - 1 tbsp capers, optional
08 - Fresh dill sprigs, optional

# How to make it:

01 - Wash and dry the cucumber thoroughly. Slice into 16 thick rounds, approximately 0.5 inch each.
02 - Combine softened cream cheese, chopped dill, lemon juice, and black pepper in a small bowl until smooth and well incorporated.
03 - Top each cucumber round with approximately 1 teaspoon of the cream cheese mixture using a small spoon or piping bag.
04 - Gently fold or roll smoked salmon slices and position on top of the cream cheese filling on each cucumber round.
05 - Top each bite with a few capers and a small sprig of fresh dill if desired.
06 - Serve immediately at room temperature or refrigerate for up to 2 hours before serving.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • They're ready in 15 minutes, which means you can make them while your kettle boils or right before guests show up.
  • Every bite feels like a small moment of luxury without any guilt or carb counting anxiety.
  • The cool crunch of cucumber against creamy cheese and silky salmon creates a textural experience that keeps you reaching for another one.
02 -
  • The cucumber must be completely dry before you add anything, or moisture will seep out and turn everything soggy within minutes of assembly.
  • Don't slice the cucumber too thin or it becomes floppy, and don't cut too thick or it becomes hard to bite through without the whole thing slipping off the plate.
03 -
  • Use a mandoline or vegetable peeler to create thin, even cucumber slices if you're making these for a crowd, because consistency makes them look intentional.
  • Keep everything cold right up until serving, and your guests will notice the difference in how refreshing and crunchy they taste.
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