Salmon and Cucumber Bites
Smoked Salmon Cucumber Bites are elegant, refreshing appetizers featuring crisp cucumber rounds topped with creamy horseradish-spiced cream cheese, delicate smoked salmon, thinly sliced radishes, and fresh pea shoots. These easy-to-assemble bites are perfect for entertaining or a light, sophisticated snack.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 10 minutes
- Yield: Serves about 4 as appetizer
- Category: Snack, Appetizer
- Method: No-cook, Assembly
- Cuisine: American, Contemporary
- Diet: Gluten Free
Ingredients
½ English cucumber
3 tablespoons full-fat cream cheese
1 teaspoon horseradish (adjust up to 3 teaspoons for more spice)
⅛ teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
4 ounces smoked salmon slices (lox works well)
4 small red radishes, thinly sliced
10 sprigs pea shoots (or substitute watercress/parsley)
Instructions
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Slice cucumber into ½-inch rounds and pat dry to remove moisture.
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Mix cream cheese, horseradish, and black pepper until smooth.
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Spread cream cheese mixture evenly on each cucumber slice.
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Top each with a slice of smoked salmon.
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Add thin radish slices on top of the salmon.
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Garnish each bite with a pea shoot or chosen fresh herb.
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Arrange on a platter and serve immediately or chill briefly before serving.
Notes
Use flavored cream cheese (dill, chive) for more complexity.
Substitute smoked trout or mackerel for different smoked fish flavors.
Add a squeeze of lemon juice for brightness.
Use radish sprouts instead of slices for texture variation.
Top with capers or finely chopped red onion for extra flavor.
Store components separately refrigerated up to 1 day; assemble before serving.
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