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Gluten-Free Smoked Salmon Cucumber Bites

Chef Vedam
Smoked Salmon Cucumber Bites are a light, gluten-free appetizer made with crisp cucumber, herbed cream cheese, and silky smoked salmon—perfect for cocktail hours and elegant events.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Course Appetizer
Cuisine American, Gluten Free, Mediterranean
Servings 8

Ingredients
  

  • 2 Large English Cucumbers, Partially peeled, sliced on the bias, cut nto ½-Inch rounds
  • 4 oz. Smoked Salmon, Sliced or Torn Into Bite-Sized Pieces
  • 4 oz Cream Cheese softened
  • 2 - 3 tbsp Sour Cream or Crème Fraîche
  • 1 tbsp Fresh Lemon Juice
  • 1 tsp Fresh Lemon Zest
  • 1 - 2 tbsp Fresh Dill Finely Chopped (Plus More for Garnish)
  • 1/8 tsp Salt
  • 1/8 tsp Black Pepper
  • 1/2 tsp Chef Vedam’s Gluten-Free All-Purpose Seasoning Blend
  • Flaky Sea Salt, To Taste  (Light Garnish — Salmon Provides Saltiness)
  • Caper For Garnish -- finely Chopped
  • Fresh Chives, For Garnish -- thinly slices
  • Lemon-Infused Olive Oil, For Finishing

Instructions
 

  • Prepare the Fresh Herb Cream Cheese
    In a mixing bowl or food processor, combine the cream cheese, sour cream (or crème fraîche), lemon juice, lemon zest, dill, black pepper, salt, and Chef Vedam’s Gluten-Free All-Purpose Seasoning Blend. Mix or process until smooth, creamy, and well balanced.
    Transfer the mixture to a pastry bag (or resealable bag) and refrigerate to allow flavors to marinate until ready to use.
  • Prep the Cucumbers
    Peel the cucumbers, leaving alternating strips of peel for visual variation. Slice on the bias into ½-inch rounds to create additional surface area for topping.
    If desired, use a small spoon or melon baller to gently scoop out a shallow well in the center of each slice.
    Pat dry and set aside.
  • Prepare for Assembly
    When ready to assemble, remove the pastry bag from refrigeration. Using scissors, cut a small hole at the tip of the pastry bag for controlled piping.
  • Assemble the Bites
    Pipe a small amount of the fresh herb cream cheese onto each cucumber round.
    Top with a slice of smoked salmon, gently folded to add height and an elegant presentation.
  • Finish & Garnish
    Garnish with desired finishes such as capers, chives, or additional fresh dill.
    Finish with a light crack of black pepper and, if needed, a whisper of flaky sea salt.
  • Chill Briefly (Optional)
    Refrigerate assembled bites for 15–20 minutes before service to allow flavors to settle.
    Remove from refrigeration approximately 10 minutes before serving for best texture and flavor.

Notes

• Best served cool, not ice-cold
• Cream cheese mixture may be prepared up to 24 hours in advance
• Assemble up to 4 hours before service; garnish just before plating
• Naturally gluten-free and ideal as a welcome bite or part of a larger appetizer menu
Keyword Gluten Free, Gluten Free Appetizer, gluten free recipes
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