Lovely Smoked Salmon and Cream Cheese Entree
Elevate your appetizer game with this *Lovely Smoked Salmon and Cream Cheese Entrée*, a quick yet sophisticated no-cook dish perfect for entertaining or indulging in a light, luxurious treat. Creamy, tangy cream cheese is blended with zesty lemon, fresh dill, and a hint of black pepper, creating a flavorful base that's spread over crispy crackers or toasted bread. Topped with velvety smoked salmon, pops of briny capers, and a drizzle of olive oil, this dish strikes the perfect balance of richness and freshness. Garnished with optional chives for an extra touch of elegance, it’s an effortlessly gourmet way to impress guests in just 15 minutes. Whether you're planning a party or craving a refined snack, this smoked salmon creation is a surefire crowd-pleaser. Keywords: smoked salmon appetizer, cream cheese dip, dill and capers recipe, light entrée ideas, elegant party food.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 200 grams smoked salmon
- 250 grams cream cheese
- 1 teaspoon lemon zest
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 2 tablespoons fresh dill
- 2 tablespoons capers
- 12 pieces crackers or toasted bread
- 1 teaspoon olive oil
- 0.25 teaspoons black pepper
- 1 tablespoon chives (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
In a medium mixing bowl, combine the cream cheese, lemon zest, lemon juice, and black pepper. Mix until smooth and creamy.
Chop the fresh dill finely and mix it into the cream cheese mixture.
Cut the smoked salmon into bite-sized strips or pieces, about 5 cm in width, and set aside.
On a serving platter, arrange the crackers or toasted bread as the base for the entree.
Spread a generous layer of the cream cheese mixture onto each cracker or piece of toast.
Place a strip of smoked salmon on top of the cream cheese layer, folding it slightly to create a nice presentation.
Top each piece with a few capers and a drizzle of olive oil.
For garnish, sprinkle finely chopped chives or additional dill over the assembled pieces.
Serve immediately as a luxurious appetizer or light entree.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2028 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 132.9 g | 170% | |
| Saturated Fat | 57.6 g | 288% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 7.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 298 mg | 100% | |
| Sodium | 3736 mg | 162% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 149.1 g | 54% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 7.2 g | 26% | |
| Total Sugars | 15.9 g | ||
| Protein | 64.7 g | 129% | |
| Vitamin D | 34.2 mcg | 171% | |
| Calcium | 349 mg | 27% | |
| Iron | 5.8 mg | 32% | |
| Potassium | 927 mg | 20% | |
*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.
