Everything Bagel Cucumber Rolls with Cream Cheese and Smoked Salmon Recipe
These Everything Bagel Cucumber Rolls with Smoked Salmon are a fresh, low-carb appetizer that combines crisp cucumber strips with creamy cheese, savory smoked salmon, and flavorful everything bagel seasoning. Perfect for a light snack or elegant party bite, they’re easy to prepare and chilled for a refreshing taste.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: 10-12 rolls (depending on cucumber thickness and slicing)
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Low Calorie
Ingredients
Produce
- 1 English cucumber
- 1 tablespoon fresh dill, chopped (optional)
Dairy
- 4 ounces cream cheese, softened
Seafood
- 4 ounces smoked salmon, thinly sliced
Other
- Everything bagel seasoning, to taste
Instructions
- Prepare Ingredients: Begin by gathering and preparing all ingredients, ensuring the cream cheese is softened for easy spreading.
- Slice Cucumber: Using a mandoline slicer or vegetable peeler, carefully slice the English cucumber lengthwise into thin, long strips ideal for rolling.
- Dry Cucumber Strips: Arrange the cucumber strips on a flat surface and gently pat them dry with paper towels to remove excess moisture and prevent sogginess.
- Spread Cream Cheese: Evenly spread a layer of softened cream cheese over each cucumber strip, covering the surface for flavor and binding.
- Add Everything Bagel Seasoning: Generously sprinkle everything bagel seasoning over the cream cheese layer to impart that distinctive flavorful crunch.
- Layer Smoked Salmon and Dill: Place thin slices of smoked salmon evenly on top of the cream cheese and sprinkle chopped fresh dill if using for added brightness.
- Roll Up: Carefully roll up each cucumber strip tightly to enclose the filling, creating neat little rolls.
- Chill Rolls: Place the rolls in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes to allow flavors to meld and to chill before serving.
- Slice and Serve: Before serving, cut the cucumber rolls into smaller, bite-sized pieces and arrange on a platter for a beautiful presentation.
Notes
- For best results, use a sharp mandoline or vegetable peeler to get thin, even cucumber slices that are easy to roll.
- Patting the cucumber slices dry is important to prevent watery rolls.
- Feel free to omit dill if preferred or substitute with fresh chives or parsley.
- These rolls are best served chilled and can be stored covered in the refrigerator for up to 24 hours.
- Use gluten-free everything bagel seasoning to keep this recipe gluten-free.
