Cucumber and Smoked Salmon Rounds with Cream Cheese and Dill

Cucumber and Smoked Salmon Rounds with Cream Cheese and Dill

No cooking, no fuss, and somehow always the first thing to disappear from the table. These cucumber and smoked salmon rounds are a genuine summer classic across the UK and Northern Europe, and for good reason. Crisp cucumber slices topped with a light lemon and dill cream cheese, a fold of smoked salmon, and a sprig of fresh dill. Elegant, light, and completely reliable as a starter or a party bite.

Cucumber is composed of over 95% water and contains silica and potassium, compounds associated with skin hydration and healthy blood pressure regulation. Smoked salmon is a rich source of EPA and DHA, the marine omega-3 fatty acids consistently associated with a lower risk of cardiovascular disease, improved blood lipids, and reduced inflammation. Together, they make a pairing that is as nourishing as it is well suited to a summer afternoon.

AquaTru-filtered water is used here in two ways: to rinse the cucumber and dill before prepping, and to loosen the cream cheese into a smooth, light spread. Tap water can carry residual chlorine that affects the taste of fresh ingredients, and with something this simple, that matters.

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  • What you need:

    • ½ English cucumber, sliced into rounds approximately ½ cm thick (approximately 20 rounds)
    • 115 g cream cheese, softened
    • 1 tbsp mayonnaise (or plain Greek yogurt)
    • 1 tsp Dijon mustard
    • 2 tbsp fresh dill, finely chopped, plus extra sprigs to garnish
    • 1 spring onion, very finely chopped
    • 30 ml AquaTru-filtered water
    • 85 g smoked salmon, torn into small pieces

  • How to do it:

    1. Rinse the cucumber and dill under AquaTru-filtered water and pat dry. Slice the cucumber into rounds approximately ½ cm thick.
    2. In a small bowl, mix the cream cheese with the mayonnaise, Dijon mustard, chopped dill, spring onion, and 30 ml of AquaTru-filtered water. Stir until smooth and spreadable.
    3. Place a small dollop of the cream cheese mixture onto each cucumber round.
    4. Top each round with a piece of smoked salmon and a small sprig of fresh dill. Serve immediately or refrigerate for up to 1 day before serving.

    Tip: Double the recipe to make 40 bites for a larger party. Add the dill garnish just before serving to keep it looking fresh.
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