Cucumber Bites with Dill Cream and Smoked Salmon



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Prep Time:
30 mins

Additional Time:
15 mins

Total Time:
45 mins

Servings:
12

Yield:
24 pieces


Ingredients

  • 24slicescucumber, each about ¾-inch thick
  • 4ouncescream cheese, softened
  • 2tablespoonschopped fresh dill
  • 1teaspoonlemon zest
  • ½teaspoonfresh lemon juice
  • ¼teaspoonground black pepper
  • 4ouncessmoked salmon, cut into 2-inch strips
  • 24smallfresh dill sprigs

  • Directions

    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.

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

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



    Cook’s Note

    You can use reduced-fat cream cheese if desired, and you can substitute smoked trout for smoked salmon.

    These cucumber bites can be assembled up to 24 hours ahead of serving. Just keep them chilled in an airtight container until ready to serve.


    Nutrition Facts (per serving)

    49 Calories
    4g Fat
    2g Carbs
    3g Protein

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