Smoked Salmon In Cucumber Cups

A cool, attractive, tasty appetizer. Perfect for any time of year or special occasion.

Peel cucumber.

Cut into 3 / 4-inch slices.

Using tiny spoon or scoop , form cucumber cup by scooping out seeds , leaving some flesh in base of cup.

Set aside.

In medium-size bowl , flake smoked salmon , discarding skin and any bone.

Blend in sour cream , cilantro , lime zest , lime juice , salt , and cayenne pepper to taste.

Mound salmon into cucumber cups.

Sprinkle lightly with a few grains cayenne pepper.

Garnish with additional lime peel strips , if desired.

cucumbers, smoked salmon, sour cream, fresh cilantro leaves, lime zest, fresh lime juice, salt, cayenne pepper