Description
These Cucumber Canapés with Smoked Salmon Mousse offer a fresh, healthy, and elegant appetizer option perfect for gatherings. The creamy smoked salmon mousse paired with crisp cucumber slices creates a delightful combination of textures and flavors that guests will love. Quick to prepare and visually appealing, this recipe is ideal for making large quantities with minimal fuss.
Ingredients
Scale
Smoked Salmon Mousse
- 150g / 5 oz smoked salmon
- 150g / 5 oz cream cheese, softened (Philadelphia recommended)
- 2 tbsp / 30g sour cream
- 2 tbsp / 40g mayonnaise
- 1/3 cup fresh dill, roughly chopped (or substitute chives)
- 1 garlic clove, minced
- 2 tsp lemon zest (from 1 lemon)
- 2 tbsp lemon juice
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 1/4 tsp pepper
Canapés
- 3 long cucumbers (Telegraph / English) or 6 standard cucumbers
- Extra dill sprigs for garnish
- Lemon slices for serving
Instructions
- Prepare the Smoked Salmon Mousse: In a food processor or blender, combine the smoked salmon, softened cream cheese, sour cream, mayonnaise, chopped fresh dill, minced garlic, lemon zest, lemon juice, salt, and pepper. Blend until smooth and creamy, scraping down the sides as needed to ensure everything is evenly mixed.
- Slice the Cucumbers: Wash the cucumbers thoroughly. Cut the long cucumbers into approximately 1/4 inch thick slices, or if using standard cucumbers, cut thinner slices to serve as the base for the canapés. Pat dry to remove excess moisture for better topping adherence.
- Assemble the Canapés: Using a small spoon or piping bag, evenly spread or pipe a generous dollop of smoked salmon mousse atop each cucumber slice. Arrange the assembled canapés on a serving platter.
- Garnish and Serve: Decorate each canapé with a small sprig of dill and a thin slice of lemon if desired to add color and brightness. Serve immediately for the freshest taste, or refrigerate for up to 2 hours before serving to keep the mousse chilled.
Notes
- Video demonstration is available above for easier preparation guidance.
- This recipe makes a fantastic, healthy finger food that is fast to prepare in large quantities, avoiding complicated assembly.
- The cucumber provides a refreshing crunch that balances the rich, creamy smoked salmon mousse, making it a crowd-pleaser at any event.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 canapé (approximate)
- Calories: 26 kcal
- Sugar: 1 g
- Sodium: 63 mg
- Fat: 2 g
- Saturated Fat: 1 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 1 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 1 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 1 g
- Cholesterol: 6 mg
