Description
Keto Smoked Salmon Cucumber Bites are a delicious and healthy appetizer, perfect for any gathering.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 large English cucumber
- 4 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1 tablespoon fresh dill, finely chopped
- 1 teaspoon lemon juice
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 3.5 oz smoked salmon, thinly sliced
- 1 tablespoon capers, optional
- Fresh dill sprigs, optional
Instructions
- Prepare cucumber base: Wash and dry the cucumber thoroughly. Slice into 16 thick rounds approximately 0.5 inch thick each.
- Mix cream cheese filling: Combine softened cream cheese, chopped dill, lemon juice, and black pepper in a small bowl. Mix until smooth and well incorporated.
- Assemble cream cheese topping: Using a small spoon or piping bag, distribute approximately 1 teaspoon of the cream cheese mixture onto each cucumber round.
- Add smoked salmon: Gently fold or roll smoked salmon slices and place on top of the cream cheese layer.
- Final garnish and chill: Top each bite with capers and a small dill sprig if desired. Serve immediately or refrigerate for up to 2 hours.
Notes
- These bites can be prepared a few hours in advance and chilled until ready to serve.
- Capers and fresh dill sprigs are optional but add great flavor.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: Keto
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bite
- Calories: 60
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Fat: 4g
- Saturated Fat: 2.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 1.5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 2g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 15mg