Elevate your snack or appetizer game with this Mediterranean Diet Smoked Salmon on Bread with Cream Cheese recipe! Featuring hearty whole-grain bread, velvety lemon-infused cream cheese, and rich smoked salmon, this dish is a stunning blend of flavor and nutrition. Topped with fragrant fresh dill, tangy capers, a hint of olive oil, and a sprinkle of black pepper, every bite is a celebration of Mediterranean ingredients and healthy indulgence. Ready in just 15 minutes with zero cooking required, this recipe is perfect for a quick lunch, party platter, or light meal. Serve immediately and savor the harmonious balance of zesty, creamy, and savory goodnessβan irresistible way to embrace the Mediterranean lifestyle!
Start by preparing the whole-grain bread slices. Optionally, lightly toast them to add a bit of texture.
In a small bowl, mix the cream cheese with the lemon juice and black pepper until well combined and smooth.
Spread an even layer of the lemon-pepper cream cheese mixture onto each slice of whole-grain bread.
Drape the smoked salmon evenly across the cream cheese-covered bread slices, making sure each slice gets an equal portion.
Garnish the salmon with a sprinkle of fresh dill and a few capers on each slice.
Drizzle a tiny amount of olive oil over the top of each slice for added richness.
Serve immediately as a nutritious and flavorful appetizer or light meal that epitomizes the best of the Mediterranean diet style.
Calories |
1078 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
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| Total Fat | 69.4 g | 89% | |
| Saturated Fat | 29.6 g | 148% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 5.1 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 167 mg | 56% | |
| Sodium | 2571 mg | 112% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 66.8 g | 24% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 8.8 g | 31% | |
| Total Sugars | 12.8 g | ||
| Protein | 55.1 g | 110% | |
| Vitamin D | 34.2 mcg | 171% | |
| Calcium | 211 mg | 16% | |
| Iron | 6.4 mg | 36% | |
| Potassium | 806 mg | 17% | |
*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.