Low Sodium Smoked Salmon Sandwich
Elevate your lunch game with this flavorful and heart-healthy Low Sodium Smoked Salmon Sandwich recipe. Perfect for those watching their salt intake, this sandwich combines delicate slices of low sodium smoked salmon with a creamy, herb-infused spread made from low sodium cream cheese, fresh dill, and a hint of zesty lemon juice. Crispy whole grain bread provides a wholesome base, while crunchy cucumber, vibrant red onion, and rinsed capers add texture and a burst of flavor. Topped with crisp lettuce leaves, this sandwich is a balanced, nutrient-packed delight ready in just 15 minutes—ideal for a quick lunch or light dinner. Impressively easy and irresistibly delicious, it’s a go-to recipe for anyone seeking a smart yet satisfying option. Key highlights include its low sodium focus, fresh ingredients, and easy preparation, ensuring this sandwich is both nutritious and delectable.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 100 grams low sodium smoked salmon
- 4 slices whole grain bread
- 100 grams cream cheese (low sodium)
- 2 tablespoons fresh dill
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 1 medium cucumber
- 0.5 small red onion
- 1 tablespoon capers (rinsed)
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
- 4 leaves lettuce leaves
Instructions
In a small bowl, mix the low sodium cream cheese, chopped fresh dill, lemon juice, and black pepper until smooth and well combined.
Thinly slice the cucumber and red onion.
Rinse the capers in cold water to reduce sodium content and set aside.
Toast the whole grain bread slices until lightly crispy.
Spread a generous layer of the cream cheese mixture on each slice of toasted bread.
Arrange the lettuce leaves on two slices of the prepared bread.
Top with slices of low sodium smoked salmon, followed by cucumber, red onion, and capers evenly distributed.
Place the other two slices of bread on top, cream cheese side down, to form a sandwich.
Cut each sandwich in half and serve immediately.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
764 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 31.6 g | 41% | |
| Saturated Fat | 16.3 g | 82% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.4 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 107 mg | 36% | |
| Sodium | 1141 mg | 50% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 71.9 g | 26% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 11.8 g | 42% | |
| Total Sugars | 17.7 g | ||
| Protein | 47.7 g | 95% | |
| Vitamin D | 8.9 mcg | 45% | |
| Calcium | 282 mg | 22% | |
| Iron | 5.6 mg | 31% | |
| Potassium | 1213 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.
