Lox Cucumber Salad

Name: Lox Cucumber Salad with Cream Cheese
Prep time: 10 min
Total time: 10 min
Yield: 2 servings
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 1 large English cucumber, thinly sliced; 1/2 cup whipped chive and onion cream cheese; 4 oz smoked salmon; 1/4 red onion, thinly sliced; 1/2 avocado; 1 tbsp capers; 2 tbsp fresh dill; 1 tbsp everything bagel seasoning; 1/4 tsp MSG

A shake-together lox salad that combines thinly sliced cucumbers with whipped chive cream cheese, smoked salmon, and avocado, topped with capers and fresh dill for a no-cook, bagel-inspired meal ready in minutes.

🌍American 🏷️Cucumber salad 🏷️Lox 🏷️Smoked salmon 🏷️Cream cheese Avocado

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Total

10 min

Servings

2

Difficulty

Easy

Est. Cost

$19–$31

Recipe Source

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Ingredients

1 large English cucumber, thinly sliced
1/2 cup whipped chive and onion cream cheese
4 oz smoked salmon
1/4 red onion, thinly sliced
1/2 avocado
1 tbsp capers
2 tbsp fresh dill
1 tbsp everything bagel seasoning
1/4 tsp MSGoptional

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Instructions

1
In a large container, add the thinly sliced English cucumber.
2
Add the whipped chive and onion cream cheese on top of the cucumbers.
3
Using scissors, cut the smoked salmon into bite-sized pieces and add it to the container.
4
Add the thinly sliced red onion.
5
Squeeze in the avocado.
6
Add the capers and fresh dill.
7
Season with everything bagel seasoning and optional MSG.
8
Secure the lid on the container and shake vigorously until all ingredients are well combined and coated in the cream cheese.
9
Serve immediately and enjoy.

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Tips & Notes

Pro tips

Slice the English cucumber paper-thin on a mandoline for even texture and better absorption of flavors.
Use room-temperature whipped cream cheese so it coats evenly when shaken; cold cream cheese will clump.
Shake the container vigorously for 15–20 seconds to emulsify the cream cheese with cucumber juices and distribute toppings.
Add the everything bagel seasoning and MSG just before serving to prevent them from dissolving into the salad.

Substitutions

English cucumber → regular cucumber or zucchini (peel and salt lightly to reduce water)
Whipped chive and onion cream cheese → plain whipped cream cheese + fresh chives (1 tbsp chopped)
Fresh dill → fresh parsley or tarragon (use same amount)
Capers → brined green peppercorns or thinly sliced pickled red onion (1 tbsp)

Storage & make-ahead

Store assembled salad in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 1 day; shake again before eating. Best consumed immediately after assembly.

Common Questions

Can I make this salad ahead of time?

Prepare ingredients separately and store in an airtight container for up to 1 day. Combine just before serving to keep cucumbers crisp and cream cheese from breaking down.