Smoked Salmon Cream Cheese Rolls
A quick, elegant appetizer perfect for Valentine's Day or any special occasion. These Smoked Salmon Cream Cheese Rolls combine creamy, smoky, and fresh flavors to impress your guests with minimal effort! 🍣✨
Equipment
- Cutting board
- Sharp knife
- Mixing bowl
- Silicone Spatula
- Serving plate
- Vegetable slicer or mandoline
- Skewers or plating tweezers
Ingredients
- 6 large slices of smoked salmon
- 200 g cream cheese (softened)
- 1 tbsp lemon juice
- 1 tsp dill (fresh or dried)
- 1 cucumber (thinly sliced)
- 2 tbsp capers (optional)
- Black pepper (to taste)
- Chives (for garnish)
Instructions
- Prepare the Cream Cheese Mixture: In a bowl, mix the softened cream cheese, lemon juice, dill, and black pepper. Add capers if desired for an extra salty flavor.
- Lay Out the Smoked Salmon: Spread out the salmon slices on a clean cutting board. If the slices are small, overlap two pieces to create a larger base.
- Add the Cream Cheese Filling: Spread a thin, even layer of the cream cheese mixture over each slice of salmon.
- Add Cucumber Slices: Lay a few thin cucumber slices across the cream cheese layer. Add capers here if you'd like extra flavor.
- Roll and Slice: Carefully roll up the salmon slices into a tight cylinder and use a sharp knife to slice each roll into 3-4 cm pieces.
- Garnish and Serve: Arrange the rolls on a serving plate and garnish with chives or extra dill. Serve with lemon wedges on the side for added zest.
Notes
- Stack the rolls for height to create a sophisticated presentation 🍋
- Add color accents with red bell pepper or herbs 🌿
- Decorate with balsamic glaze or mustard dots for a restaurant-style touch 🎨
- Pair with a glass of white wine or sparkling wine 🍷