In this guide, we will show you how to make a refreshing and flavorful appetizer of cucumber cups with dill cream and smoked salmon. This simple yet elegant dish is perfect for summer gatherings, brunches, or as a light and healthy snack. The combination of crunchy cucumber, creamy dill sauce, and savory smoked salmon creates a delightful symphony of flavors that will leave your taste buds tantalized and wanting more. So gather your ingredients and follow our step-by-step instructions to create this delicious and visually stunning appetizer that is sure to impress your guests.
Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!
SMOKED SALMON MOUSSE
This is a great way to serve a gourmet treat to your guests. Spread it on your favorite crackers, bread, veggies -- whatever you like. It's great inside savory tuile shells.
Provided by Rob
Categories Appetizers and Snacks Dips and Spreads Recipes Cheese Dips and Spreads Recipes
Time 15m
Yield 16
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Place smoked salmon in a blender or food processor, and blend until smooth. Mix in heavy cream, cream cheese, juice of half of a lemon, dried dill weed, salt and pepper. Blend to desired consistency. Transfer to a medium serving dish, and garnish with salmon roe.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 66.8 calories, Carbohydrate 0.8 g, Cholesterol 26.2 mg, Fat 6 g, Fiber 0.2 g, Protein 2.8 g, SaturatedFat 3.6 g, Sodium 99.5 mg
SMOKED SALMON IN CUCUMBER CUPS
Make and share this Smoked Salmon in Cucumber Cups recipe from Food.com.
Provided by evelynathens
Categories Vegetable
Time 25m
Yield 24 appetizers
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Peel cucumber; cut into 3/4-inch slices; using tiny spoon or scoop, form cucumber cup by scooping out seeds, leaving some flesh in base of cup; set aside.
- In medium-size bowl, flake smoked salmon, discarding skin and any bone; blend in sour cream, cilantro, lime zest, lime juice, salt, and cayenne pepper to taste.
- Mound salmon into cucumber cups; sprinkle lightly with a few grains cayenne pepper; garnish with additional lime peel strips, if desired.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 22, Fat 1.3, SaturatedFat 0.6, Cholesterol 4.2, Sodium 63.5, Carbohydrate 1.1, Fiber 0.1, Sugar 0.6, Protein 1.6
SMOKED SALMON ON CUCUMBER WITH CREME FRAICHE AND DILL
Make and share this Smoked Salmon on Cucumber With Creme Fraiche and Dill recipe from Food.com.
Provided by HopeJohnJP
Categories Brunch
Time 10m
Yield 20 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 5
Steps:
- Using a mandoline (or better knife skills than I have), slice the cucumber into sturdy, even slices and arrange on a service plate.
- Top each with an equal tidbit of salmon. Hint: it folds into pretty shapes if cut with the grain of the fish.
- Stir the creme fraiche until smooth and dab a mere teaspoonful over salmon.
- Separate tiny branches of the baby dill and set upright in or atop cream fraiche. Use remaining branches to garnish plate.
- Put the pepper in one palm and scatter by pinches from about a foot above the platter.
SMOKED SALMON CUCUMBER CUPS
From the November issue of Australian Tables Magazine. These appear to be light a delicious but unfortunately I am the only one in the family that likes cucumber and smoked salmon so I cannot see me having the opportunity to make these, so times are an estimate. HANDY HINT - prepare salmon filling and scooped out cucumber cups ahead of time, refrigerate and fill just before serving.
Provided by ImPat
Categories Low Protein
Time 20m
Yield 40 appertizers, 40 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Peel and finely dice one cucumber, place into a bowl.
- Cut remaining cucumbers into 2cm (3/4 inch) slices and using a melon baller or teaspoon scoop out seeds, leaving a base to form a cup.
- Add remaining ingredients to diced cucumber and mix well.
- Season to taste.
- Fill each cup with salmon mixture, top with extra dill and serve.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 14.2, Fat 0.5, SaturatedFat 0.2, Cholesterol 1.9, Sodium 32.3, Carbohydrate 1.6, Fiber 0.2, Sugar 0.6, Protein 1
LITTLE SMOKED SALMON CUCUMBER CUPS WITH PEPPERED CREME FRAICHE
Delightful and EASY little smoked salmon and cucumber appetisers, and healthy too, with NO pastry! These are a breeze to make but they tick all the taste boxes, as well as being elegant. Cucumbers do vary in size, and I have suggested a medium cucumber, which is about 10" to 12" long.........however, any size will do!! Adjust the crème fraiche to how many cups you yield from a cucumber, I managed to make 30 cups and used 10 tablespoons of crème fraîche for that amount, 1 teaspoon per cup. Serve these with cocktails and pre-dinner drinks, or as part of a buffet. The cucumber cups and crème fraîche can be prepared beforehand, but these should only be assembled 1 hour before serving (at the most) and covered in cling film to ensure the smoked salmon does not dry out. Allow 2 to 4 per person, depending on what else is served.
Provided by French Tart
Categories Vegetable
Time 15m
Yield 30 Cucumber and Smoked Salmon Cups, 7-15 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Cut the cucumber into 1 1/2 inch slices, and carefully hollow out the centre (with any seeds) with a pointed teaspoon, so you are left with a shallow hollow.
- Mix the lemon zest and black pepper with the crème fraiche and adjust seasoning to taste, adding the black pepper bit by bit to ensure a favourable taste! (We like ours quite peppery!) I have not suggested salt as the smoked salmon is salty, but do add salt to taste if you wish.
- Spoon a little seasoned crème fraiche into each cucumber cup, about 1 teaspoon per cup.
- Cut the smoked salmon into 6-inch long strips and about 1/2 inch wide, and curl them around to make a little circle, then place the circle of smoked salmon on top of the crème fraiche.
- Garnish with lemon slices if you wish, or with dill or parsley. Makes about 30 according to size of cucumber.
- You can prepare the cucumber cups and crème fraiche several hours beforehand- cover them and store them in the fridge; assemble them just before you are ready to serve them.
Tips:
- Choose the freshest cucumbers: Look for cucumbers that are firm, deep green, and free of blemishes. Avoid cucumbers that are yellow or have soft spots.
- Use a mandoline slicer for thin, even slices: A mandoline slicer will help you get thin, even slices of cucumber that are perfect for making cucumber cups.
- Be careful not to overfill the cucumber cups: The cucumber cups will become soggy if you overfill them. Fill them just enough so that the filling is level with the top of the cucumber.
- Chill the cucumber cups before serving: Chilling the cucumber cups before serving will help them stay crisp and refreshing.
- Garnish the cucumber cups with fresh herbs: Fresh herbs, such as dill, chives, or parsley, will add a pop of color and flavor to the cucumber cups.
Conclusion:
Cucumber cups with dill cream and smoked salmon are a delicious and refreshing appetizer that is perfect for any occasion. They are easy to make and can be prepared ahead of time, making them a great option for busy weeknights or parties. The combination of crisp cucumber, creamy dill sauce, and smoky salmon is sure to please everyone at your table. So next time you're looking for a light and healthy appetizer, give cucumber cups with dill cream and smoked salmon a try!
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