Low Sodium Lox Cream Cheese Spread
Delight your taste buds with this flavorful Low Sodium Lox Cream Cheese Spread, a healthier twist on the classic deli favorite. Crafted with low sodium cream cheese and smoked salmon that’s lightly rinsed to reduce salt, this spread bursts with vibrant flavors while being heart-friendly. Fresh dill, a hint of lemon juice, briny capers, and finely chopped green onions add layers of tangy, herbaceous, and savory goodness in every bite. Ready in just 15 minutes, this simple no-cook recipe is perfect for spreading on bagels, crackers, or fresh bread at breakfast, brunch, or as an elegant appetizer. Whether you're watching your sodium intake or just love fresh, zesty spreads, this creamy creation will quickly become a go-to.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 8 oz low sodium cream cheese
- 4 oz smoked salmon (lox), rinsed
- 1 tbsp fresh dill, chopped
- 1 tbsp lemon juice
- 1 tbsp capers, rinsed
- 1 stalk green onion, finely chopped
- 1 tsp black pepper
Instructions
Begin by preparing your ingredients: rinse the smoked salmon under cold water to remove some of the excess salt, then pat it dry with paper towels.
Chop the smoked salmon into small pieces, approximately 1/4 inch.
In a mixing bowl, combine the low sodium cream cheese and lemon juice. Use a hand mixer or a stiff spatula to blend them until smooth and creamy.
Add the chopped smoked salmon to the cream cheese mixture.
Rinse the capers under cold water to remove excess salt, then finely chop them and add to the mixing bowl.
Add the chopped fresh dill and finely chopped green onion to the bowl, saving a pinch of dill and green onion for garnish if desired.
Sprinkle the mixture with freshly ground black pepper.
Mix all the ingredients using a spatula until everything is well incorporated and the mixture is evenly distributed.
Transfer the spread to a serving dish and garnish with the reserved dill and green onion if desired.
Refrigerate the spread for at least 30 minutes before serving to allow flavors to meld.
Serve chilled, spread over bagels, crackers, or your choice of bread.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
716 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 63.0 g | 81% | |
| Saturated Fat | 37.8 g | 189% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 189 mg | 63% | |
| Sodium | 1450 mg | 63% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 12.3 g | 4% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 1.4 g | 5% | |
| Total Sugars | 9.0 g | ||
| Protein | 34.4 g | 69% | |
| Vitamin D | 19.0 mcg | 95% | |
| Calcium | 207 mg | 16% | |
| Iron | 2.7 mg | 15% | |
| Potassium | 617 mg | 13% | |
*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.
