Elevate your appetizer game with this irresistible Creamy Salmon Spread—a quick, flavorful recipe that's perfect for entertaining or indulging at home. Featuring rich smoked salmon blended with tangy cream cheese, sour cream, and a splash of bright lemon juice, this spread is bursting with savory flavors complemented by fresh dill, briny capers, and finely chopped red onion. Ready in just 15 minutes of prep time, this spread requires no cooking and chills beautifully, allowing the ingredients to meld into a creamy, decadent consistency. Serve it with crisp crackers, toasted bagels, or vibrant raw veggies for a crowd-pleasing dish that's sure to impress. Ideal for seafood lovers, this recipe is a must-try for any occasion!
Place the smoked salmon in a food processor and pulse until finely chopped.
Add the cream cheese, sour cream, and lemon juice to the salmon in the food processor. Blend until the mixture is smooth and creamy.
Transfer the mixture into a mixing bowl.
Fold in the dill weed, capers, and chopped red onion into the creamy salmon mixture.
Add the black pepper and salt. Stir everything gently until well combined.
Taste the spread and adjust seasoning if necessary.
Refrigerate for at least 1 hour before serving to let the flavors meld together.
Serve chilled with crackers, bagels, or fresh vegetables as a delightful appetizer or snack.
Calories |
881 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
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| Total Fat | 70.4 g | 90% | |
| Saturated Fat | 38.9 g | 194% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 4.2 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 222 mg | 74% | |
| Sodium | 2664 mg | 116% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 17.2 g | 6% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 2.4 g | 9% | |
| Total Sugars | 10.2 g | ||
| Protein | 49.6 g | 99% | |
| Vitamin D | 34.2 mcg | 171% | |
| Calcium | 322 mg | 25% | |
| Iron | 3.9 mg | 22% | |
| 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.