Cucumber Cups with Dill Cream and Smoked Salmon

Name: Cucumber Cups with Dill Cream and Smoked Salmon
Prep time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Ingredients: 24 slices cucmber, each about 3/4-inch thick; 4 ounces cream cheese, softened; 2 tablespoons chopped fresh dill; 1 teaspoon lemon zest; 0.5 teaspoon fresh lemon juice; 0.25 teaspoon ground black pepper; 4 ounces smoked salmon, cut into 2-inch strips; 24 small fresh dill sprigs

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Beautiful smoked salmon appetizer with cucumber, dill, and cream cheese, plus a bit of lemon to perk things up.

Recipe by RuthE

Updated on January 21, 2023

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Prep Time:

30 mins

Additional Time:

15 mins

Total Time:

45 mins

Servings:

12

Yield:

24 pieces

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Ingredients

24 slices cucmber, each about 3/4-inch thick
4 ounces cream cheese, softened
2 tablespoons chopped fresh dill
1 teaspoon lemon zest
½ teaspoon fresh lemon juice
¼ teaspoon ground black pepper
4 ounces smoked salmon, cut into 2-inch strips
24 small fresh 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.

Tips

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

To Make Ahead:

Cucumber cups can be assembled and kept chilled in an airtight container up to 24 hours ahead of time.

Nutrition Facts (per serving)

49	Calories
4g	Fat
2g	Carbs
3g	Protein

Nutrition Facts
Servings Per Recipe 12
Calories 49
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 4g	5%
Saturated Fat 2g	11%
Cholesterol 13mg	4%
Sodium 103mg	4%
Total Carbohydrate 2g	1%
Dietary Fiber 0g	1%
Total Sugars 1g
Protein 3g
Vitamin C 2mg	11%
Calcium 16mg	1%
Iron 0mg	2%
Potassium 82mg	2%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

** Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.

(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.