Little Smoked Salmon Cucumber Cups with Peppered Creme Fraiche
Elevate your next gathering with these elegant Little Smoked Salmon Cucumber Cups with Peppered Crème Fraîche. This no-cook appetizer blends the refreshing crunch of cucumber with the rich, smoky allure of salmon, all tied together by a creamy, zesty peppered crème fraîche. Each bite-sized cup is beautifully garnished with fresh dill and chives, delivering a pop of color and bright herbaceous flavor. Ready in just 15 minutes, these low-carb, gluten-free treats are perfect for entertaining or as a sophisticated starter. Whether you're hosting a dinner party or creating an impressive canapé platter, these cucumber cups are sure to wow your guests while keeping things light and refreshing.
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Ingredients
- 2 large cucumber
- 200 grams smoked salmon
- 120 milliliters creme fraiche
- 0.5 teaspoons black pepper
- 1 teaspoon lemon zest
- 2 tablespoons fresh dill
- 2 tablespoons chives
- 0.25 teaspoons salt
Directions
Step 1
Wash the cucumbers thoroughly and pat them dry with a clean kitchen towel.
Step 2
Slice each cucumber into approximately 1-inch thick rounds. Use a small spoon or melon baller to scoop out the center of each round, creating a small well. Be careful not to scoop all the way through so the cups can hold the filling.
Step 3
In a small mixing bowl, combine the creme fraiche, freshly cracked black pepper, lemon zest, and salt. Mix well until smooth and creamy.
Step 4
Finely chop the chives and dill. Add half of the herbs to the creme fraiche mixture, reserving the rest for garnishing.
Step 5
Cut the smoked salmon into small pieces that will fit neatly into the cucumber cups.
Step 6
Assemble the cucumber cups by spooning a small dollop of the peppered creme fraiche into each cucumber well.
Step 7
Top the creme fraiche with a piece of smoked salmon, folding it slightly to fit into the cup, if needed.
Step 8
Garnish each cucumber cup with a sprinkle of the reserved dill and chives for a fresh pop of color and flavor.
Step 9
Refrigerate the cucumber cups for at least 10 minutes to chill before serving, or until ready to enjoy.
Step 10
Serve the cucumber cups cold and enjoy as a refreshing appetizer.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (1131.2g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 834.5 |
| Total Fat 60.4g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 34.4g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 2.3g | |
| Cholesterol 178.6mg | 0% |
| Sodium 2003.7mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 34.2g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 4.8g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 17.0g | |
| Protein 44.6g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 1368IU | 0% |
| Calcium 269.2mg | 0% |
| Iron 4.4mg | 0% |
| Potassium 1693.6mg | 0% |
Source of Calories