Smoked Salmon Canapes Recipe
Description: These smoked salmon canapes are a delightful addition to any festive gathering, boasting vibrant red and green colors that make them particularly appealing during the Christmas season, though they’re truly enjoyable any time of year. Perfect for those mindful of their calorie intake, these canapes offer a relatively low-calorie option without compromising on flavor or elegance.
Recipe Category: Lunch/Snacks
Keywords: Cheese, Vegetable, Canadian, Christmas, <30 Mins, Easy
Ingredients:
| Quantity | Ingredient |
|---|---|
| 3 | Cucumbers |
| 2/3 | Reduced-fat cream cheese |
| 1/4 | Smoked salmon |
| 2 | Horseradish |
| 32 | Red caviar |
| 1/4 | Parsley |
| – | Dill sprigs |
Nutritional Information (Per Serving):
- Calories: 90.5
- Fat Content: 5.3g
- Saturated Fat Content: 2.6g
- Cholesterol Content: 60.2mg
- Sodium Content: 229mg
- Carbohydrate Content: 6.2g
- Fiber Content: 0.7g
- Sugar Content: 2.2g
- Protein Content: 5.7g
Servings: 8
Yield: 32 Canapes
Prep Time: 20 minutes
Total Time: 20 minutes
Instructions:
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Prepare Cucumber Strips:
- Using a vegetable peeler, remove and discard a long strip of the green outer peel from the cucumbers.
- On the same side, continue paring long thin strips edged in dark green until you reach the seedy portion, aiming for approximately 3 dozen strips.
- Bring a saucepan of water to a boil and add the cucumber strips. Blanch for just 5 seconds, then immediately refresh them in cold water and dry them on paper towels.
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Prepare Cream Cheese Mixture:
- In a bowl, blend together the reduced-fat cream cheese, smoked salmon, and horseradish until well combined.
- Tip: This step can be done ahead of time; you can prepare the cucumber strips and mix the salmon/cheese mixture the day before serving. Simply store it in the fridge until needed.
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Assemble the Canapes:
- Shortly before serving, spread the cream cheese and smoked salmon mixture onto the pumpernickel rounds.
- Drape a cucumber strip on each round and top it with a small dollop of red caviar.
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Garnish and Serve:
- Arrange the prepared canapes on a serving platter.
- Garnish the platter with parsley or dill sprigs for an added touch of freshness and color.
These smoked salmon canapes are sure to impress your guests with their elegant presentation and delicious flavors. Enjoy them as a delightful appetizer or snack for any occasion, whether it’s a festive holiday gathering or a casual get-together with friends and family! 🥒🧀🎄
