Delicious bite-sized appetizers made with sliced cucumber, herbed cream cheese, smoked salmon, and fresh dill. They make beautiful party snacks.

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Simple and Fancy. Just How We Like Our Appetizers.

We are big fans of recipes that look like they take way more effort than they actually do. These cucumber bites fit the bill. Not only do they look beautiful, but they taste amazing, too!

They are light and refreshing, and the cream cheese topping is so yummy. It pairs perfectly with the fresh crunch of the cucumber. Honestly, it’s one of those appetizers where you can’t help but reach for another…and maybe just one more!

Cucumber Slices Topped with Seasoned Herb Filling, Salmon, and Herbs

These little bites are perfect for a dinner party with friends or more formal celebrations, such as a bridal shower or engagement party.

Ingredient Notes

Here are notes on a few select ingredients (see the recipe card for the comprehensive of ingredients and amounts).

Cucumbers – we use English cucumbers. They’re the perfect size for this recipe, and their flavor is so good. You can use regular cucumbers if needed.
Salmon – ready-to-eat smoked salmon cut into pieces.
Garnish – garnishing with fresh dill sprigs really dresses up these bites. Another option is fresh chopped chives.

Supplies

Cutting board and sharp knife
Small bowl and spoon
Serving platter or storage container

Cucumber Rounds with Cream Cheese, Smoked Salmon, and Dill

How to Make Cucumber Salmon Bites

Follow these simple steps to make these tasty snacks.

1 Slice cucumber.

Clean the cucumber and slice it into rounds.

2 Prepare Cream Cheese mixture.

In a small bowl, mix the softened cream cheese with dill, chives, lemon juice, salt, and pepper until the mixture is smooth and evenly combined. Taste and add more salt and pepper if desired.

3 top cucumbers with mixture and salmon.

Spread the herb cream cheese mixture over each cucumber slice (or add the mixture to a plastic bag and snip off the end, then squeeze the mixture on each cucumber.) Top each one with a piece of smoked salmon.

4 Garnish with chives or dill.

For a final touch, sprinkle a few additional chives or add a tiny sprig of dill on each bite.

5 Serve and enjoy. Yum!

Place the cucumber salmon bites on a serving plate. They’re ready to be enjoyed immediately, or you can chill in the refrigerator before serving.

Cucumber Appetizers with Cream Cheese, Salmon, and Dill Garnish

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Frequently Asked Questions

Here are answers to commonly asked questions about making these smoked salmon cucumber bites.

Can I use regular cucumbers instead of English cucumbers for this recipe?

While English cucumbers are recommended for their ideal size and flavor, you can certainly use regular cucumbers if that’s what you have on hand.

How far in advance can I make these cucumber salmon bites?

These bites can be assembled a few hours ahead and kept chilled in the refrigerator until serving, making them a convenient option for party prep.

Can I substitute the smoked salmon with another type of fish?

Smoked salmon complements the flavors well, but you can experiment with other smoked fish varieties, if preferred, such as trout.