My Favorite Smoked Salmon Dip
Creamy, smoky, and bursting with flavor, My Favorite Smoked Salmon Dip is the ultimate crowd-pleaser for any occasion. Made with velvety cream cheese, tangy sour cream, and perfectly smoked salmon, this dip is elevated with zesty lemon juice, fragrant fresh dill, and the briny bite of capers. Red onion and garlic powder add a subtle kick, while a hint of black pepper ties everything together. Ready in just 15 minutes with no cooking required, it’s perfect for serving alongside crackers, sliced baguette, or crisp veggie sticks. This versatile salmon dip can also be prepped ahead for effortless entertaining. Whether you’re hosting a dinner party or gathering for a casual snack, this recipe is sure to impress with its delicious blend of textures and bold, vibrant flavors.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 8 oz cream cheese
- 0.5 cup sour cream
- 6 oz smoked salmon
- 1 tbsp lemon juice
- 2 tbsp fresh dill
- 1 tbsp capers
- 2 tbsp red onion
- 0.5 tsp garlic powder
- 0.25 tsp black pepper
Instructions
Allow the cream cheese to soften at room temperature for 15-20 minutes to make it easier to work with.
Finely chop the smoked salmon, fresh dill, and red onion. Set aside.
In a medium-sized mixing bowl, combine the softened cream cheese, sour cream, and lemon juice. Mix thoroughly until smooth and creamy, using a spatula or hand mixer.
Fold in the chopped smoked salmon, dill, red onion, capers, garlic powder, and black pepper. Stir gently to ensure all ingredients are evenly distributed.
Taste the dip and adjust seasoning as desired, adding more lemon juice or black pepper if needed.
Transfer the dip to a serving dish and garnish with a few sprigs of fresh dill or additional capers for presentation.
Serve immediately with crackers, sliced baguette, or fresh vegetable sticks. Alternatively, cover and refrigerate for up to 2 days before serving.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1245 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 108.6 g | 139% | |
| Saturated Fat | 62.7 g | 314% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 5.1 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 326 mg | 109% | |
| Sodium | 2138 mg | 93% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 25.4 g | 9% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 1.0 g | 4% | |
| Total Sugars | 17.6 g | ||
| Protein | 49.8 g | 100% | |
| Vitamin D | 29.1 mcg | 145% | |
| Calcium | 414 mg | 32% | |
| Iron | 2.4 mg | 13% | |
| Potassium | 694 mg | 15% | |
*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.
