Smoked Salmon Appetizers
Smoked salmon appetizers are a sophisticated addition to any gathering, transforming simple ingredients into an elegant treat. With silky slices of smoked salmon atop a crisp base of cucumbers or crackers, each bite is a burst of flavor, enhanced by creamy cheese and fresh dill. Perfect for cocktail parties or cozy get-togethers, these easy-to-make appetizers will impress your guests and elevate your culinary status with minimal effort.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 15 minutes
- Yield: 12 servings 1x
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: No cooking required
- Cuisine: International
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz high-quality smoked salmon
- 4 oz plain cream cheese (softened)
- 2 tbsp fresh dill (chopped)
- 2 tbsp capers (rinsed)
- 1 medium cucumber (sliced into rounds)
- 12 crackers or toasts
Instructions
- Prepare your base by slicing the cucumber into thin rounds or using crackers/toasts.
- Spread softened cream cheese generously on each cucumber slice or cracker.
- Layer a slice of smoked salmon on top, allowing it to drape over the edges.
- Garnish with fresh dill and capers for added flavor and color.
- Serve immediately or cover with plastic wrap and chill briefly in the fridge before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 appetizer (approximately 50g)
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 400mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 6g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 9g
- Cholesterol: 20mg