Cucumber Slices with Herbed Cream Cheese
20min
0min
5
278
Chef's Note
For the best texture and flavor, make sure to thoroughly drain the cucumber slices on paper towels before adding the cream cheese mixture. This prevents the appetizer from becoming watery. You can prepare the herbed cream cheese mixture up to 2 days in advance and store it in the refrigerator, but assemble the cucumber slices just before serving for maximum freshness.
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Ingredients
3 large English cucumbers
16 oz cream cheese
1/2 cup sour cream
1/4 cup fresh dill
1/4 cup fresh chives
1/4 cup fresh parsley
3 cloves garlic
1 tbsp lemon zest
2 tbsp lemon juice
8 oz smoked salmon
3 tbsp capers
1/2 small red onion
1 tsp black pepper
1/2 tsp sea salt
2 tbsp everything bagel seasoning
Instructions
- 1
Allow 16 oz of cream cheese to soften at room temperature for about 30 minutes.
- 2
Finely mince 3 cloves of garlic and finely chop 1/4 cup each of fresh dill, chives, and parsley.
- 3
In a medium bowl, combine the softened cream cheese, 1/2 cup of sour cream, minced garlic, chopped herbs, 1 tbsp of lemon zest, 2 tbsp of lemon juice, 1/2 tsp of sea salt, and 1 tsp of black pepper. Mix thoroughly until well combined and smooth.
- 4
Wash and dry 3 large English cucumbers. Using a mandoline or sharp knife, slice the cucumbers into 1/4-inch thick rounds.
- 5
Finely dice 1/2 small red onion and drain 3 tbsp of capers.
- 6
Thinly slice 8 oz of smoked salmon into small pieces.
- 7
Using a small spoon or piping bag, place about 1-2 teaspoons of the herbed cream cheese mixture onto each cucumber slice.
- 8
Top each cucumber slice with a small piece of smoked salmon, a few diced red onions, and a few capers.
- 9
Sprinkle 2 tbsp of everything bagel seasoning over the assembled cucumber slices.
- 10
Arrange on a serving platter and refrigerate for at least 15 minutes before serving to allow flavors to meld.
Nutrition Information (per serving)
278
22g
14g
15g
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