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Creamy Cucumber and Smoked Salmon Salad

Creamy Cucumber and Smoked Salmon Salad

Anamaria Negoita
This Creamy Cucumber and Smoked Salmon Salad is fresh, flavorful, and satisfying. Made with smashed cucumbers, buttery avocado, savory smoked salmon, and a tangy cream cheese dressing, it’s the perfect light meal for warm days or a quick, healthy lunch.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Total Time 10 minutes
Course Appetizer, Salad, Side Dish
Cuisine European, Mediterranean
Servings 2 Servings
Calories 400 kcal

Equipment

Ingredients
  

For the Salad:

  • 2 persian cucumbers smashed into bite-sized pieces
  • 1 ripe avocado diced
  • 100 g smoked salmon torn into small pieces
  • 1 medium red onion thinly sliced
  • 1 tbsp capers
  • 2 tbsp mixed sesame seeds black and white, toasted

For the Dressing:

  • 3 tbsp cream cheese
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • Juice of ½ lemon
  • 1-2 garlic cloves minced
  • 2 tbsp fresh dill chopped
  • 1 tbsp honey
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions
 

  • Smash the Cucumbers: Lightly smash the cucumbers using the flat side of a knife or rolling pin. Break into bite-sized chunks.
  • Prepare the Other Ingredients: Slice the red onion thinly, dice the avocado, and tear the smoked salmon into small pieces.
  • Combine in a Bowl: In a large bowl, add the smashed cucumbers, avocado, red onion, smoked salmon, capers, and toasted sesame seeds.
  • Make the Dressing: In a small bowl, whisk together cream cheese, olive oil, lemon juice, garlic, dill, and honey until smooth. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
  • Toss the Salad: Pour the dressing over the salad and gently toss to coat all the ingredients evenly.
  • Garnish and Serve: Finish with an extra sprinkle of sesame seeds before serving. Enjoy immediately for the best texture and flavor.

Nutrition

Calories: 400kcalCarbohydrates: 15gProtein: 14gFat: 35gSaturated Fat: 8gSodium: 700mgFiber: 5gSugar: 7g
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