1/2 cup chopped fennel bulb  | 
                                                1/4 cup chopped green onions  | 
                                                1 tablespoon extravirgin olive oil  | 
                                                2 teaspoons chopped fresh dill  | 
                                                1 teaspoon grated lemon rind  | 
                                                1 1/2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice  | 
                                                1 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper  | 
                                                3/4 pound cold-smoked salmon, cut into thin strips  | 
                                                48 (1/2-inch-thick) slices french bread baguette, toasted (about 1 1/2 pounds)  | 
                                                1/2 cup light garlic-and-herbs spreadable cheese (such as alouette light)  | 
                                                fresh dill sprigs (optional)  |