Cucumber Smoked Salmon Bites (Printable Version)
Crisp cucumber slices layered with creamy chive spread and smoked salmon, garnished with lemon and pepper.
# Ingredients Required:
→ Vegetables
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1 cucumber, sliced into 1.3 cm rounds (approx. 16 slices)
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1 spring onion, finely minced
→ Dairy
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120 g cream cheese
→ Seafood
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115 g smoked salmon, cut into small pieces
→ Herbs & Spices
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1 tablespoon fresh chives, chopped
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1 teaspoon lemon juice
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1 teaspoon lemon zest
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1/2 teaspoon black pepper
# Guide to Cooking:
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In a small bowl, combine cream cheese, minced spring onion, chopped chives, lemon juice, lemon zest, and black pepper. Stir thoroughly and set aside.
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Pat cucumber slices dry and arrange them on a serving plate or tray. Spread a small amount of the cream cheese mixture evenly over each slice. Top each with a piece of smoked salmon.
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Lightly sprinkle additional black cracked pepper over the bites. Garnish with extra chives if desired and drizzle with a little more lemon juice. Serve chilled.
# Extra Suggestions:
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Preparation and total times are approximate and may vary depending on equipment.