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Smoked Salmon Cucumber Rolls

  • Author: caroline_hicks
  • Total Time: 10 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x

Description

A quick, elegant, and no-cook appetizer featuring crisp cucumber strips wrapped around creamy, herbed smoked salmon. Perfect for parties, keto diets, or last-minute entertaining.

Ingredients

Scale
  • 1 English cucumber (or Persian cucumber)
  • 4–6 slices thick-cut smoked salmon (lox)
  • 4 oz full-fat cream cheese, softened to room temperature
  • 1 tbsp fresh dill, finely chopped
  • 1 tsp lemon juice, freshly squeezed
  • 1/4 tsp freshly cracked black pepper
  • 1 tbsp capers, rinsed and drained (optional)

Instructions

  1. Wash and thoroughly dry the English cucumber. Using a vegetable peeler, shave long, wide strips (about 6-8 inches long and 2-3 inches wide) from the cucumber. Place strips on paper towels to absorb excess moisture.
  2. In a small bowl, combine the softened cream cheese, chopped fresh dill, lemon juice, and black pepper. Mix until smooth and creamy.
  3. Lay a slice of smoked salmon flat on a cutting board. Spread a thin, even layer of the cream cheese mixture over the salmon, leaving a small border at the top edge.
  4. If using, sprinkle a few capers on top of the cream cheese.
  5. Place one cucumber strip on top of the cream cheese, aligning it with the edge of the salmon. Gently but firmly roll the salmon and cucumber together, tucking in the end of the cucumber as you finish.
  6. Using a sharp knife, slice each roll into bite-sized pieces (about 1 inch thick).
  7. Arrange the rolls on a platter, seam-side down, and garnish with fresh dill or lemon wedges. Serve immediately.

Notes

Ensure the cream cheese is at room temperature for easy spreading. Do not use low-fat cream cheese as it may not hold the roll together. If using regular cucumbers, scoop out the watery seeds before peeling. Make rolls close to serving time to prevent sogginess. Do not freeze.

  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 0 minutes
  • Category: Appetizer
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 3-4 pieces per roll
  • Calories: 150
  • Sugar: 2
  • Sodium: 450
  • Fat: 12
  • Saturated Fat: 6
  • Carbohydrates: 3
  • Fiber: 0.5
  • Protein: 8

Keywords: smoked salmon cucumber rolls, keto appetizer, gluten-free snack, no-cook recipe, easy party food, low carb appetizer, cucumber rolls, lox appetizer

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