2 medium cucumbers, about 1 inch diameter

6 ounces smoked salmon

1/2 C. sour cream

1/3 C. chopped fresh cilantro leaves

1 T. lime zest

2 tsp. fresh lime juice

Salt

Cayenne pepper

 

Peel cucumber; cut into 3/4-inch slices; using tiny spoon or scoop, form cucumber C. by scooping out seeds, leaving some flesh in base of cups; 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.