(Video of the recipe is down below!👇👇👇)
Are you looking for a recipe which looks super elegant but also easy and quick? These Cucumber Bites with Creamy Avocado & Smoked Salmon are exactly that with a glass of Sancerre – a perfect pair for dinner parties, wine nights, or just a casual evening when you want to treat yourself with something a little special.
👉 Before diving into the recipe, don’t forget to check out my recent recipe Crispy Garlicky Spinach Bites! Don’t forget to leave a comment! 💬
Why You’ll Love This Recipe
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It’s no-cook and super quick.
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It looks chic on any table.
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It’s super refreshing for warm days.
🍷 Why It Pairs Perfectly with Sancerre (Sauvignon Blanc)
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Bright acidity cuts through the creaminess of avocado, refreshing the palate with each bite.
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Citrusy and green apple notes echo the cool crispness of cucumber, enhancing its freshness.
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Mineral undertones complement the salty, smoky flavor of the salmon without overpowering it.
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Herbaceous character (like hints of fresh herbs or green asparagus) mirrors the green onion garnish and blends beautifully with creamy elements.
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Overall: it’s a clean, elegant pairing that elevates the dish without overshadowing its delicate balance.
🛒 Ingredients
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1 cucumber (sliced into thick rounds)
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1 ripe avocado
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2 teaspoons crème fraîche (or herbed crème fraîche, or cream cheese)
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Smoked salmon slices
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Green part of spring onions, finely chopped
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Low-sodium soy sauce (for drizzling)
Optional toppings:
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Seaweed flakes
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Toasted sesame seeds
👩🍳 Instructions
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Prepare the base: Slice the cucumber into thick, even rounds. These will serve as your bite-sized bases.
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Make the avocado cream: Mash one ripe avocado until smooth. If you prefer an ultra-creamy texture, you can use a blender. Mix in about 2 teaspoons of crème fraîche (or substitute with herbed crème fraîche or cream cheese).
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Assemble the bites: Spoon avocado mixture onto each cucumber slice.
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Add the salmon: Place a small piece of smoked salmon on top of the avocado.
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Garnish: Sprinkle with finely chopped spring onion greens.
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Final touch: Drizzle a few drops of low-sodium soy sauce over each bite. For an extra layer of flavor and texture, you can also top them with seaweed flakes or toasted sesame seeds.
🎥 Recipe video: https://www.instagram.com/reel/DJh3UEGNbm3/?igsh=MWdodjF3NnFzcW5mOQ%3D%3D
🎯Tips & Tricks:
The beauty of this recipe is how easily it can be adapted. Try:
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Swapping crème fraîche for flavored cream cheese.
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Sprinkle some seaweed flakes or toasted sesame seeds.
Bon appétit! Afiyet olsun! En guete!
Do you prefer sweet or savory bites with your wine?
👇👇👇 Let me know in the comments — I’d love to share more recipes tailored to your taste!
Girll, I love your recipes, this one looks very practical and delicious! I want more salty recipes, they are my favoritess
I’m so glad that you like my recipes 😊 I love creating recipes for you and thank you for your feedback about your preference!
Love a good savory recipe like this. Especially the combo of creamy avocado and smoked salmon sounds amazing!
I adore avocado and salmon combo too 🙌🏻🙌🏻 and perfect for summer days
Currently I’m trying to implement more healthy fats in my diet and this recipe is really ideal, so easy to be made and as I’m someone who loves snacking in the evening and I think I will make it in bulk and keep it in the fridge, so hopefully instead of chocolates I will snack them on late evenings. 😆😆 We will see on that, but giving this recipe try tonight!
As for your question, savory bites for me are the best with wine, even though that I have a sweet tooth, I found that with wine nothing beats savory!!
Who doesn’t cheat their diet sometimes 🤭 but with this recipe you can cheat with healthier option 🙂↕️🙂↕️ Thank you your feedback! I’ll try to come up with more savory recipes 😊
Hi Ceren, this recipe looks amazing and so refreshing for the summer! I always prefer savoury bites with wine (like cheese and crackers) 🙂
Can’t say there is nothing better then cheese and some crackers with wine 🤭 I will share more savory recipes with you! Thanks!
Looks yummy! 😋
Thanks a lot! I’m so happy to seeing you like this recipe 😊😊
Savory always 🙂
Thanks! I will try sharing more savory recipes with you!
The video is very helpful and inspiring to recreate it by myself!
I’m glad that you like the video! I hope it’s also informative 😊😊
Hi! Very nice recipe! I’d cook this for my family for sure!
And personally, I prefer savory bites for wine :)))
Perfect recipe to impress your family 🙂↕️🙂↕️ delicious and also elegant 😊😊 Thank you for your feedback!
Thank you Ceren for this delicious recipe! I particularly appreciate your wine section and how you analyze the pairing of wine and food, it convinced me to give it a try, along with how simple, delicious looking and healthy the recipe is.
Thank you for your comment Ingrid! I’m glad you like the recipe and decided to give it a try! It’s also very refreshing for the recipe 🙂↕️🙂↕️ Please let me know when you try the recipe!
Can’t wait for the weekend to try it!
Enjoy the recipe with a glass of wine and sunny weather!