Salmon and Cucumber Mousse

Elevate your appetizer game with this elegant and creamy Salmon and Cucumber Mousse, a delightful blend of smoky, tangy, and refreshing flavors. This no-bake recipe combines silky smoked salmon, crisp cucumber, and luscious cream cheese, perfectly balanced with a splash of zesty lemon juice and a hint of fresh dill. A touch of gelatin ensures a beautifully smooth and sliceable texture, making it an ideal centerpiece for entertaining. Serve this chilled mousse in individual ramekins or unmolded as a show-stopping loaf, garnished with delicate cucumber slices and dill sprigs. Perfect for pairing with crackers, toasted baguette slices, or vibrant raw veggies, this dish is a must-try for seafood lovers seeking a light yet decadent treat.

Nutriscore Rating: 51/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:5 mins

Total Time:25 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 200 grams Smoked salmon
• 1 medium-sized Cucumber
• 200 grams Cream cheese
• 100 milliliters Heavy cream
• 2 tablespoons Lemon juice
• 1 teaspoon Gelatin powder
• 2 tablespoons Cold water
• 1 tablespoon Fresh dill
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper

Directions

Step 1

Peel and chop the cucumber into small pieces, removing any large seeds if necessary. Set aside a few thin slices for garnish if desired.

Step 2

In a small bowl, sprinkle the gelatin powder over the cold water and leave it to bloom for 5 minutes.

Step 3

Heat the bloomed gelatin gently over low heat until it dissolves completely, stirring constantly. Remove from heat and let cool slightly.

Step 4

In a food processor, combine the smoked salmon, chopped cucumber, cream cheese, heavy cream, lemon juice, fresh dill, salt, and black pepper. Blend until smooth and creamy.

Step 5

With the food processor running, slowly pour in the dissolved gelatin mixture and blend until fully incorporated.

Step 6

Taste the mixture and adjust seasoning if needed with additional salt, pepper, or lemon juice.

Step 7

Pour the mousse mixture into individual ramekins or a lightly greased loaf pan for molding. Tap the containers gently on the counter to remove any air bubbles.

Step 8

Cover tightly with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 4 hours, or until the mousse has set completely.

Step 9

To serve, unmold the mousse by running a knife along the edges of the ramekins or loaf pan and inverting onto a plate. Garnish with reserved cucumber slices and a sprig of fresh dill.

Step 10

Serve chilled with crackers, toast, or fresh vegetables on the side.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(771.6g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1318.7

Total Fat 111.1g	0%
Saturated Fat 62.4g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 5.0g
Cholesterol 348mg	0%
Sodium 4377.8mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 21.2g	0%
Dietary Fiber 1.4g	0%
Total Sugars 11.6g
Protein 53.1g	0%

Vitamin D 1368IU	0%
Calcium 259.8mg	0%
Iron 3.0mg	0%
Potassium 966.7mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 77.1%

Protein: 16.4%

Carbs: 6.5%