Cucumber Canapés with Smoked Salmon Mousse Recipe
Delightful and easy-to-make Cucumber Canapés with Smoked Salmon Mousse, perfect for appetizers or elegant gatherings. These bite-sized treats combine refreshing cucumber slices topped with a smooth, flavorful smoked salmon and cream cheese mousse, offering a light and savory snack.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 15 minutes
- Yield: 20-24 canapés 1x
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: International
- Diet: Low Fat
Ingredients
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Cucumber Canapés
- 1 large cucumber
Smoked Salmon Mousse
- 150g smoked salmon
- 100g cream cheese, softened
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon dill, finely chopped (optional)
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Prepare the cucumber slices: Wash the cucumber thoroughly and cut it into approximately 1/4-inch thick rounds. Set the slices aside on a serving platter.
- Make the smoked salmon mousse: In a food processor or blender, combine the smoked salmon, softened cream cheese, lemon juice, and dill if using. Blend until smooth and creamy. Adjust seasoning with salt and pepper as needed.
- Assemble the canapés: Transfer the smoked salmon mousse to a piping bag fitted with a star or round tip. Pipe a dollop of mousse onto each cucumber slice, creating an attractive swirl or mound.
- Serve chilled: Place the assembled canapés in the refrigerator for about 10 minutes before serving to allow flavors to blend and the mousse to firm up slightly. Serve as a refreshing appetizer.
Notes
- For added flavor, garnish with fresh dill sprigs or a small caper on each canapé.
- If you don’t have a piping bag, you can use a spoon to place dollops of mousse onto the cucumber slices.
- These canapés are best served fresh but can be refrigerated for up to 4 hours before serving.
- Ensure the cream cheese is softened to make blending easier and achieve a smooth mousse texture.
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