Elegant smoked salmon and cucumber bites with a refreshing lemon crème fraîche – perfect for festive gatherings!
Smoked Salmon & Cucumber Bites with Lemon Crème Fraîche
Elegant smoked salmon and cucumber bites with a refreshing lemon crème fraîche – perfect for festive gatherings!
Equipment
- Serving plate
- Mixing bowl
Ingredients
- 1/2 cucumber halved lengthways and deseeded
- 100 g beetroot-cured smoked salmon cut into thin strips
- 1 1/2 tbsp crème fraîche
- Squeeze of lemon juice
- Lemon zest for garnish
- Salt and black pepper to taste
Instructions
- Slice the cucumber diagonally into pieces about 0.
- 5-1cm thick.
- Twist a strip of smoked salmon around each cucumber slice and arrange on a serving plate.
- In a mixing bowl, combine the crème fraîche, a squeeze of lemon juice, and a pinch of salt.
- Dollop a small amount of the lemon crème fraîche mixture on top of each salmon and cucumber twist.
- Just before serving, sprinkle with a bit of black pepper and lemon zest for garnish.
Notes & Wine Advice
Wine Advice
Serve with a crisp, chilled Sauvignon Blanc or Champagne for a refreshing pairing with the smoked salmon.
Nutrition values
Calories: 18 kcal | Protein: 2 g | Fat: 1 g