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Smoked Salmon and Cucumber Bites

Organic Valley is passionate about food and protecting the food system. Our in-house chefs, product development team members and employee-foodies love finding twists to enhance traditional fare. We also enjoy trying new ways to use organic products to create delectable meals and snacks that you can feel good about sharing with your family.

Smoked Salmon and Cucumber Bites

Fresh cucumber rounds topped with creamy Organic Valley®Cream Cheese, silky smoked salmon and fragrant dill make a quick, elegant appetizer. Each bite is light yet satisfying, with a balance of cool crunch and rich flavor—perfect for family gatherings, celebrations or a nourishing snack.

15 min Prep15 min Total
15 min Prep15 min Total
24 Servings
Smoked Salmon and Cucumber Bites
15 min Prep15 min Total
15 min Prep15 min Total
24 Servings

Fresh cucumber rounds topped with creamy Organic Valley®Cream Cheese, silky smoked salmon and fragrant dill make a quick, elegant appetizer. Each bite is light yet satisfying, with a balance of cool crunch and rich flavor—perfect for family gatherings, celebrations or a nourishing snack.

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Ingredients

cucumber
2 large English cucumbers, sliced into ¼ -inch thick rounds 
Dill
2 tablespoons fresh dill, chopped 
A lemon with a slice on the side.
1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice 
black pepper
¼ teaspoon black pepper 
smoked salmon
6 ounces smoked salmon, cut into small pieces 
Dill
Fresh dill sprigs (for garnish)

Directions

Pat cucumber slices dry with paper towels to remove excess moisture.: Pat cucumber slices dry with paper towels to remove excess moisture.
In a medium bowl, combine cream cheese, chopped fresh dill, lemon juice and black pepper. Mix until smooth and well incorporated.: In a medium bowl, combine cream cheese, chopped fresh dill, lemon juice and black pepper. Mix until smooth and well incorporated.
Using a small spoon or piping bag, dollop or pipe approximately 1 teaspoon of the cream cheese mixture onto each cucumber round. Top each bite with a small piece of smoked salmon and garnish with a fresh dill sprig. : Using a small spoon or piping bag, dollop or pipe approximately 1 teaspoon of the cream cheese mixture onto each cucumber round. Top each bite with a small piece of smoked salmon and garnish with a fresh dill sprig.

Tips

  • For extra flavor, add a thin slice of red onion or a small caper to each bite.

Directions

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Pat cucumber slices dry with paper towels to remove excess moisture.: Pat cucumber slices dry with paper towels to remove excess moisture.
In a medium bowl, combine cream cheese, chopped fresh dill, lemon juice and black pepper. Mix until smooth and well incorporated.: In a medium bowl, combine cream cheese, chopped fresh dill, lemon juice and black pepper. Mix until smooth and well incorporated.
Using a small spoon or piping bag, dollop or pipe approximately 1 teaspoon of the cream cheese mixture onto each cucumber round. Top each bite with a small piece of smoked salmon and garnish with a fresh dill sprig. : Using a small spoon or piping bag, dollop or pipe approximately 1 teaspoon of the cream cheese mixture onto each cucumber round. Top each bite with a small piece of smoked salmon and garnish with a fresh dill sprig.

Tips

  • For extra flavor, add a thin slice of red onion or a small caper to each bite.

Frequently Asked Questions

Yes, but assemble no more than 2 hours before serving. You can prepare the cream cheese mixture and slice cucumbers up to 24 hours in advance.

Absolutely! Try smoked trout, cooked shrimp or even thinly sliced radishes for a vegetarian option that adds crunch and color.

Fresh chives, parsley or tarragon all pair beautifully with smoked salmon. Use the same amount as called for with dill.

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