Creamy Salmon Mousse
Elevate your appetizer game with this creamy salmon mousse, a luxurious yet simple recipe that’s perfect for any occasion. Made with velvety cream cheese, rich smoked salmon, and a touch of fresh dill, this dish delivers a silky texture and vibrant flavor in every bite. A splash of lemon juice adds a zesty brightness, while a touch of gelatin ensures the mousse sets to perfection. Ready in just 15 minutes of prep, this no-cook recipe chills to a beautiful, firm consistency that pairs wonderfully with crackers, crisp vegetable sticks, or toasted baguette slices. Whether you're hosting a sophisticated soirée or looking for an elegant snack, this salmon mousse is a guaranteed crowd-pleaser. Serve it with extra dill on top for a fresh, aromatic garnish your guests won’t forget!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 200 grams smoked salmon
- 225 grams cream cheese
- 120 ml heavy cream
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice
- 2 tablespoons dill
- 1 teaspoon gelatin powder
- 2 tablespoons boiling water
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
Add smoked salmon to the bowl of a food processor and process until finely chopped.
Add cream cheese, heavy cream, lemon juice, fresh dill, salt, and black pepper to the food processor. Blend until smooth and creamy.
In a small bowl, dissolve the gelatin powder in boiling water. Stir well until completely dissolved.
While the food processor is running, slowly pour the dissolved gelatin into the salmon mixture. Blend for an additional 30 seconds to thoroughly incorporate.
Taste the mixture and adjust salt and pepper, if necessary.
Transfer the mousse to a serving bowl or individual ramekins, smoothing the surface with a spatula.
Chill the mousse in the refrigerator for at least 2 hours, or until set and firm.
Serve the salmon mousse with crackers, vegetable sticks, or toasted baguette slices. Garnish with extra dill, if desired.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1443 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 126.2 g | 162% | |
| Saturated Fat | 71.3 g | 356% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 5.3 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 393 mg | 131% | |
| Sodium | 3280 mg | 143% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 15.3 g | 6% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 0.4 g | 1% | |
| Total Sugars | 9.3 g | ||
| Protein | 53.5 g | 107% | |
| Vitamin D | 34.2 mcg | 171% | |
| Calcium | 257 mg | 20% | |
| Iron | 2.5 mg | 14% | |
| Potassium | 729 mg | 16% | |
*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.
