This is my go-to dish for appetizers! Something that is spiffy enough that I can serve to friends and yet much better than eating half a baguette dipped in oil or with a fatty pate spread!
Cucumber Slices with Goat Cheese and smoked Salmon!
With its low-fat dairy products and smoked salmon, this appetizer gives you a tasty dose of omega-3s and protein. Salmon, cheese, and yogourt also contain the amino acid tryptophan, which helps your body produce serotonin, the feel-good hormone.
This is a great light appetizer at a dinner party. Try smoked trout for an alternative.
3 oz (85 g) smoked salmon
1/2 cup (125 mL) goat cheese
3 Tbsp (45 mL) low-fat yogourt
1 tsp (5 mL) freshly squeezed lemon juice
4 tsp (20 mL) chopped fresh dill
24 slices cucumber, 1/4 in (0.5 cm) thick
1. Combine the goat cheese, yogourt, and lemon juice until smooth, using a food processor or by hand.
2. Dice the smoked salmon and set aside 24 small bits for garnish. Add the remaining salmon and the dill to the yogourt-cheese mixture.
3. Divide the mixture evenly among the cucumber slices. Garnish with the reserved salmon bits.
Make ahead: Prepare filling the day before, cover and refrigerate.
Serves 6.
