This is my Aunt Kay’s little “fancy” sandwich trick for when company drops by and you need something fast that still looks like you fussed. Instead of bread, we use crisp cucumber slices with a simple smoked salmon cream cheese spread, so it stays low carb but feels special enough for a coffee date or a last‑minute get‑together. Everything can be stirred together in one bowl and layered into foil trays, so it’s easy to carry to the table or pop into the fridge until guests walk in.
Serve these low carb smoked salmon cream cheese cucumber sandwiches chilled on a pretty plate or right in the foil trays, alongside hot coffee or tea, sparkling water with lemon, or a light white wine if it’s that kind of visit. They go nicely with a simple green salad, a bowl of cherry tomatoes, or a small fruit tray for balance. If you’re feeding kids or picky eaters, you can set out a plate of crackers or mini toasts next to the cucumbers so everyone can build their own little bites.
Low Carb Smoked Salmon Cream Cheese Cucumber Sandwiches
Servings: 6
Ingredients
2 large English cucumbers, washed and sliced into 1/4-inch rounds
8 oz (225 g) cream cheese, softened
4 oz (115 g) smoked salmon, finely chopped
2 tbsp sour cream or plain Greek yogurt
1 tbsp fresh lemon juice
2 tbsp finely chopped fresh dill (or 1 tsp dried dill)
2 tbsp finely chopped green onion or chives
1/4 tsp garlic powder
1/4 tsp onion powder
1/4 tsp kosher salt, or to taste
1/8 tsp black pepper
1–2 tbsp capers, drained and chopped (optional)
2 tbsp finely diced cucumber (from the ends or a few slices), patted dry (optional, for extra crunch)
Paprika or extra dill, for garnish (optional)
Directions
Prepare the cucumbers: Slice the cucumbers into 1/4-inch thick rounds. If you’d like them extra neat, trim off the very ends and save a couple of slices to dice for the filling. Lay the rounds on a clean kitchen towel or paper towels and lightly pat dry so the filling sticks well.
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