Best 6 Rye Toasts With Smoked Salmon Cucumber And Red Onion Recipes

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Rye toasts with smoked salmon, cucumber and red onion is a classic Scandinavian dish that is both delicious and elegant. It's perfect for a light lunch or brunch, or as an appetizer for a dinner party. The combination of salty, smoky salmon, cool, crisp cucumber, and sharp red onion is perfectly balanced, and the rye toast is a hearty and flavorful base. This recipe is easy to make and can be tailored to your own taste preferences. For example, you can use different types of bread, such as pumpernickel or sourdough. You can also add other ingredients to the toasts, such as capers, cream cheese, or dill. And if you don't have smoked salmon, you can use gravlax or lox instead. No matter how you make it, rye toasts with smoked salmon, cucumber and red onion is a delicious and satisfying dish that is sure to please everyone at your table. It's also a great way to use up leftover smoked salmon.

In addition to the classic rye toasts with smoked salmon, cucumber and red onion recipe, the article also includes recipes for three other variations on this dish:

* **Rye toasts with smoked salmon, avocado and arugula:** This variation is a bit more California-inspired, with creamy avocado and peppery arugula.
* **Rye toasts with smoked salmon, cream cheese and chives:** This variation is a classic combination that is always delicious.
* **Rye toasts with smoked salmon, capers and lemon:** This variation is bright and briny, with capers and lemon adding a pop of flavor.

No matter which variation you choose, you're sure to enjoy this delicious and versatile dish.

Here are our top 6 tried and tested recipes!

SMOKED SALMON CANAPES



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My boyfriend's mother gave me the idea for this classy appetizer that I serve for Sunday brunch and on special occasions like New Year's Eve. The textures and flavors of the dill, cream cheese and smoked salmon are scrumptious together. This dish is sure to be the toast of your buffet. -Tristin Crenshaw, Tucson, Arizona

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Appetizers

Time 15m

Yield 12 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 package (8 ounces) reduced-fat cream cheese
1 teaspoon snipped fresh dill or 1/4 teaspoon dill weed
36 slices cocktail rye bread
12 ounces sliced smoked salmon or lox
1 medium red onion, thinly sliced and separated into rings
Fresh dill sprigs, optional

Steps:

  • In a small bowl, combine cream cheese and dill. Spread on rye bread. Top with salmon and red onion. Garnish with dill sprigs if desired.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 155 calories, Fat 7g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 21mg cholesterol, Sodium 905mg sodium, Carbohydrate 15g carbohydrate (0 sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 11g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

SMOKED SALMON TOASTS



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Provided by Bobby Flay

Time 15m

Yield 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 0

Steps:

  • Slice 1 loaf seven-grain bread 1/4 inch thick; cut each slice into thirds. Toast the bread on a grill pan over high heat, then transfer to a cutting board, drizzle with olive oil and season with salt and pepper. Top each piece with a slice of tomato, then spread with honey mustard. Top with smoked salmon and more mustard; sprinkle with pepper and fresh dill.

RYE TOASTS WITH SMOKED SALMON, CUCUMBER, AND RED ONION



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Our rye toasts with low-fat cream cheese and smoked salmon will cure a craving for bagels and lox -- with fewer calories.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Appetizers     Finger Food Recipes

Number Of Ingredients 8

8 thin slices rye bread
5 tablespoons plus 1 teaspoon low-fat cream cheese
1/2 English (hothouse) cucumber, peeled and thinly sliced diagonally
4 ounces thinly sliced smoked salmon
1/2 medium red onion, very thinly sliced
1 teaspoon drained capers, rinsed and patted dry
Freshly ground pepper
1 lemon, cut into wedges

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 325 degrees. Toast bread slices in oven on a baking sheet, turning once, until golden, about 10 minutes.
  • Spread 2 teaspoons cream cheese on each toast. Divide cucumber, salmon, onions, and capers among toasts; season with pepper. Squeeze lemon juice on top.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 278 g, Cholesterol 18 g, Fat 8 g, Fiber 5 g, Protein 13 g, Sodium 876 g

SMOKED SALMON RILLETTES WITH RYE TOASTS



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Provided by Eric Greenspan

Categories     appetizer

Time 20m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 pound smoked salmon
1/2 cup extra-virginolive oil, plus more as needed
15 to 20 heirloom cherry tomatoes in assorted colors, halved
1 cucumber, finely diced
1/2 red onion, thinly sliced
1 teaspoon drained capers
1 lemon, juiced
1/2 loaf crusty rye bread, sliced and cut into crostini
4 bunches scallions, chopped
2 ounces vodka
1 pound cream cheese, at room temperature
Parsley or celery leaves, for garnish

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F.
  • Combine the smoked salmon and 1/2 cup olive oil in a food processor and process until the mixture is spreadable. Transfer to a pastry bag (or resealable plastic bag with a corner snipped) and divide the salmon rillette equally among four 8-ounce mason jars. Set aside and wipe out the food processor.
  • Combine the tomatoes, cucumbers, red onion and capers in a medium bowl. Add the lemon juice and a drizzle of olive oil and stir to combine. Top the rillettes with the tomato mixture to fill the jars.
  • Brush the crostini with olive oil, transfer to a rimmed baking sheet and bake until golden and toasted, about 5 minutes.
  • Meanwhile, lightly coat a large skillet with olive oil and heat over high heat. Add the scallions and cook, stirring, until translucent. Add the vodka and cook, scraping up any browned bits from the bottom of the pan with a wooden spoon, until the skillet is almost dry.
  • Transfer the scallions to a food processor, add the cream cheese and process until fully incorporated. Spread the scallion cream cheese on the crostini, sprinkle the rillettes with parsley and serve.

SMOKED SALMON SANDWICHES WITH CAPERS AND RED ONION RELISH



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Categories     Sandwich     Cheese     Fish     Onion     Appetizer     Brunch     No-Cook     Quick & Easy     Buffet     Salmon     Shower     Party     Bon Appétit     Pescatarian     Peanut Free     Tree Nut Free     Soy Free     Kosher

Yield 4 Appetizer Servings

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 cup finely chopped red onion
1 tablespoon sugar
1 tablespoon rice vinegar
4 ounces cream cheese, room temperature
3 tablespoons chopped chives
2 tablespoons crème fraîche or sour cream
1 tablespoon chopped fresh dill or 1 teaspoon dried dillweed
1 tablespoon drained capers
12 slices thin Danish-style pumpernickel bread (each about 3 3/4 x 3 3/4 x 1/4 inches, available in the refrigerated deli section of many supermarkets)
6 ounces thinly sliced smoked salmon

Steps:

  • Mix red onion, sugar, and vinegar in small bowl. Let stand 10 minutes.
  • Meanwhile, mix cream cheese, chives, crème fraîche, dill, and capers in another small bowl. Spread each bread slice with about 1 tablespoon cheese mixture to cover. Divide salmon among 8 bread slices. Sprinkle about 1 tablespoon red onion mixture atop salmon on each bread slice. Top each of 4 salmon-topped bread slices with another salmon-topped bread slice, salmon side up. Top each stack with 1 cheese-covered bread slice, cheese side down, forming a total of 4 three-layer sandwiches. Cut each sandwich into 4 triangles.

ROASTED SALMON RYE TOASTS



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Serve these healthy salmon canapés at a dinner party. They come with a choice of delicious toppings - either pickled cucumber or apple with chilli salsa

Provided by Sophie Godwin - Cookery writer

Categories     Canapes

Time 25m

Yield Makes 32

Number Of Ingredients 11

120g boneless, skinless salmon fillet
4 slices German-style rye bread
4 tbsp low-fat crème fraîche
1-inch piece cucumber
½ tsp toasted coriander seeds
1 tbsp white wine vinegar
½ apple , cored and cut into small cubes
¼ red chilli , deseeded and finely chopped
½ tbsp white wine vinegar
splash of olive oil
small handful parsley leaves , chopped

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 200C/180C fan/gas 6. Put the salmon fillet on a piece of foil. Season, then wrap in the foil and roast for 8 mins until just flaking. Leave to cool.
  • To make the pickled cucumber, cut the cucumber piece in half lengthways. Scrape out the core and discard. Cut in half again, then cut into quarter moons at an angle. Put in a bowl with the coriander, vinegar and a pinch of sugar and salt. Mix well and leave to pickle for at least 15 mins.
  • To make the apple & chilli salsa, combine all the ingredients, mix well and season to taste.
  • Toast the bread and cut each slice into eight squares. Spread with the crème fraîche and flake the salmon between the toasts. Top half with the pickled cucumber and half with the salsa.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 23 calories, Fat 1 grams fat, SaturatedFat 0.5 grams saturated fat, Carbohydrate 2 grams carbohydrates, Sugar 0.2 grams sugar, Fiber 0.3 grams fiber, Protein 1 grams protein, Sodium 0.1 milligram of sodium

Tips:

  • Choose high-quality ingredients: Use fresh, flavorful ingredients for the best results. Look for high-quality smoked salmon, firm cucumbers, and crisp red onions.
  • Slice the ingredients thinly: Thinly sliced ingredients will help the flavors meld together and make the toasts easier to eat.
  • Toast the bread until golden brown: This will give the toasts a nice crunch and help them hold up to the toppings.
  • Spread the cream cheese evenly: A thin layer of cream cheese will help hold the toppings in place and add a creamy richness to the toasts.
  • Top the toasts with the smoked salmon, cucumber, and red onion: Arrange the toppings evenly on the toasts so that each bite has a little bit of everything.
  • Season with salt and pepper: A sprinkle of salt and pepper will help enhance the flavors of the ingredients.
  • Garnish with fresh herbs: Fresh herbs like dill or chives can add a pop of color and flavor to the toasts.

Conclusion:

These rye toasts with smoked salmon, cucumber, and red onion are a delicious and elegant appetizer or brunch dish. They're easy to make and can be tailored to your own taste preferences. Enjoy them with a glass of champagne or your favorite sparkling wine for a truly special occasion.

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