Smoked Salmon on Cucumber Rounds

Cold, crisp cucumber rounds make a refreshing alternative to bread or crackers. Victoria de la Maza

These are so easy to make and so fresh and creamy. I love serving this at cocktail parties; all my friends with gluten sensitivities are incredibly appreciative!

Cold, crisp cucumber rounds make a refreshing alternative to bread or crackers. Victoria de la Maza

Makes about 24

• 2 medium cucumbers
• 4 ounces smoked salmon
• 6 tablespoons whipped cream cheese
• 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
• Freshly ground black pepper

Wash the cucumbers to remove the waxy layer. With a vegetable peeler, make alternating stripes. Slice the cucumbers into 1/4- to 1/2-inch rounds and blot with paper towels.

To assemble, spread a layer of cream cheese on each cucumber round, top with a layer of smoked salmon (cut or folded to size), and season with lemon juice and ground pepper. Serve cold.