Cheesy Smoked Salmon Appetizers
Elevate your next gathering with these irresistible Cheesy Smoked Salmon Appetizers, the perfect blend of elegance and simplicity. Featuring velvety cream cheese infused with bright lemon zest, a hint of fresh dill, and a kick of black pepper, this no-cook recipe pairs creamy decadence with the rich, smoky flavor of salmon. Artfully layered on crisp crackers and topped with briny capers, these bite-sized delights are as visually stunning as they are delicious. Ready in just 20 minutes and perfect for any occasion, these appetizers are ideal for cocktail parties, brunch spreads, or holiday celebrations. Impress your guests with this easy yet sophisticated smoked salmon recipe that's loaded with flavor and style.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 200 grams smoked salmon
- 225 grams cream cheese
- 1 whole lemon (zested and juiced)
- 2 tablespoons fresh dill
- 30 pieces crackers (e.g., water crackers or multigrain)
- 2 tablespoons capers
- 0.5 teaspoons black pepper
Instructions
In a medium bowl, combine cream cheese, lemon zest, 1 teaspoon of lemon juice, black pepper, and 1 tablespoon of chopped fresh dill. Mix until smooth and spreadable.
Lay out the crackers on a serving platter or tray.
Using a small spoon or piping bag, place a dollop of the flavored cream cheese mixture onto each cracker.
Cut the smoked salmon into bite-sized strips suitable for the crackers. Arrange a piece of salmon on top of the cream cheese layer on each cracker.
Garnish each appetizer with a single caper and a small sprig of fresh dill.
Serve immediately, or refrigerate for up to 2 hours before serving to keep them fresh.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
59 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 3.6 g | 5% | |
| Saturated Fat | 1.7 g | 9% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 11 mg | 4% | |
| Sodium | 150 mg | 7% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 3.9 g | 1% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 0.3 g | 1% | |
| Total Sugars | 0.5 g | ||
| Protein | 2.4 g | 5% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.9 mcg | 5% | |
| Calcium | 12 mg | 1% | |
| Iron | 0.2 mg | 1% | |
| Potassium | 44 mg | 1% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
