Smoked Salmon and Cucumber Ribbon Salad with Cream Cheese
This refreshing smoked salmon and cucumber ribbon salad combines silky cream cheese and fresh dill for a light, elegant appetizer perfect for any occasion.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 15 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings
- Category: Snack
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 200g smoked salmon, thinly sliced
- 1 large cucumber
- 100g cream cheese, softened
- 1 tablespoon fresh dill, chopped
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon olive oil
- Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
- Optional: capers and fresh dill sprigs for garnish
Instructions
- Using a vegetable peeler, slice the cucumber into thin ribbons and place them in a bowl.
- In a small bowl, mix the softened cream cheese with lemon juice, chopped dill, salt, and pepper until smooth.
- Toss the cucumber ribbons lightly with olive oil and a pinch of salt.
- Arrange smoked salmon slices on a serving plate and layer cucumber ribbons on top.
- Dollop or pipe the cream cheese mixture evenly over the salmon and cucumber ribbons.
- Garnish with capers and fresh dill sprigs if desired.
- Serve immediately or chill for 10 minutes before serving for enhanced flavors.
Notes
For an extra burst of flavor, try adding a sprinkle of finely chopped red onion or a few drops of horseradish sauce to the cream cheese mixture.