Imagine a bite-sized appetizer that looks like it belongs in a high-end restaurant but can be effortlessly prepared in your own kitchen. These Smoked Salmon Cucumber Roll Ups are not just a recipe, they're a culinary experience that combines the delicate freshness of cucumber, the rich creaminess of cream cheese, and the luxurious taste of smoked salmon. Perfect for impressing dinner guests, hosting a sophisticated brunch, or treating yourself to a gourmet snack, these rolls are about to become your new favorite no-cook recipe!
Prep Time: 10 mins
Cook Time: -
Total Time: 10 mins
Cuisine: American
Serves: 4 servings
Ingredients
- 1 large cucumber
- 4 ounces smoked salmon
- 4 ounces cream cheese
- 1 tablespoon fresh dill, chopped
- 1 tablespoon capers
Instructions
- Wash the cucumber thoroughly and trim off both ends. Using a mandoline slicer or sharp vegetable peeler, slice the cucumber lengthwise into thin, long strips about 1/8 inch thick. Ensure the strips are flexible and even.
- In a medium mixing bowl, combine the cream cheese, chopped fresh dill, and capers. Mix well until ingredients are evenly incorporated and the mixture is smooth and creamy.
- Lay out the cucumber strips on a clean cutting board or work surface. Pat the cucumber strips dry with paper towels to remove excess moisture, which will help the cream cheese spread adhere better.
- Spread a thin, even layer of the dill-caper cream cheese mixture along the length of each cucumber strip, leaving a small margin at the edges.
- Place a slice of smoked salmon on top of the cream cheese layer, matching the length of the cucumber strip.
- Carefully roll up each cucumber strip from one end to the other, creating a tight, compact roll. The cream cheese will help seal the roll.
- Arrange the rolls on a serving platter, seam-side down to maintain their shape. For best presentation, slice each roll diagonally into bite-sized pieces.
- Optional: Garnish with additional fresh dill sprigs or a small caper on top of each roll for extra visual appeal.
- Serve immediately or chill in the refrigerator for up to 1 hour before serving to allow flavors to meld.
Tips
- Use a mandoline slicer or sharp vegetable peeler to get consistently thin cucumber strips. Uniform thickness ensures even rolling and a professional look.
- Pat cucumber strips dry thoroughly to prevent soggy rolls and help the cream cheese spread adhere better.
- For the creamiest texture, let cream cheese sit at room temperature for 15-20 minutes before mixing with dill and capers.
- If cucumber strips are too stiff, briefly warm them between two paper towels to increase flexibility.
- Chill the rolls for 30 minutes before serving to help them hold their shape and allow flavors to meld together.
- For a low-carb, high-protein appetizer, these rolls are perfect and can be prepared in just 10 minutes!
Nutrition Facts
Calories: 120kcal
Carbohydrates: 3g
Protein: 8g
Fat: 9g
Saturated Fat: 5g
Cholesterol: 30mg
