Low Sodium Smoked Salmon on Bread with Cream Cheese
Elevate your appetizer game with this Low Sodium Smoked Salmon on Bread with Cream Cheese recipe, a delightful and heart-healthy twist on a classic favorite. Perfectly crisp whole grain bread slices are topped with a creamy, low-fat cream cheese spread infused with fragrant dill, zesty lemon, and a hint of black pepper. Layers of fresh cucumber, red onion, and low-sodium smoked salmon create a harmonious blend of flavors and textures, while briny capers add a pop of savory tang. Ready in just 15 minutes with no cooking required, this quick and nutritious dish is ideal for brunch spreads, light lunches, or elegant hors d'oeuvres. Garnished with a squeeze of lemon for a bright, citrusy finish, this recipe keeps sodium levels in check without compromising on taste.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 slices Low sodium smoked salmon
- 4 slices Whole grain bread
- 0.5 cup Low-fat cream cheese
- 1 tablespoon Dill (fresh, chopped)
- 2 teaspoons Lemon zest
- 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper
- 0.5 cups Cucumber (thinly sliced)
- 0.25 cup Red onion (thinly sliced)
- 2 tablespoons Capers (rinsed)
- 4 pieces Lemon wedges
Instructions
Start by toasting the slices of whole grain bread until golden brown and crisp. Set aside to cool slightly.
In a small bowl, mix the low-fat cream cheese with the fresh chopped dill, lemon zest, and black pepper until smooth and well combined.
Spread an even layer of the dill and lemon zest cream cheese mixture onto each toasted slice of bread.
Layer the thinly sliced cucumber and red onion on top of the cream cheese on each slice of bread.
Top each slice with a piece of low sodium smoked salmon and a few capers.
Garnish each serving with a lemon wedge on the side; squeeze the lemon over the salmon before eating for a zesty kick.
Serve immediately and enjoy your low sodium, flavorful smoked salmon on bread with cream cheese.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
821 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 31.9 g | 41% | |
| Saturated Fat | 14.8 g | 74% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.3 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 82 mg | 27% | |
| Sodium | 1770 mg | 77% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 76.2 g | 28% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 12.9 g | 46% | |
| Total Sugars | 17.4 g | ||
| Protein | 50.8 g | 102% | |
| Vitamin D | 10.0 mcg | 50% | |
| Calcium | 391 mg | 30% | |
| Iron | 5.3 mg | 29% | |
| Potassium | 1218 mg | 26% | |
*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.
