Elevate your appetizer game with these elegant and flavorful Polish Roses! This no-cook recipe combines the tangy brininess of pickled herring or the smokiness of salmon with the creamy richness of cream cheese, creating the perfect base for a crunchy dill pickle center. Rolled into visually stunning spirals and garnished with fresh dill, these bite-sized delights are as beautiful as they are delicious. With just 20 minutes of prep time, these Polish Roses are a quick and easy yet sophisticated addition to any party platter. Serve them chilled for a refreshing, savory snack thatβs sure to impress your guests. Perfect for entertaining, these appetizers bring a touch of classic Polish charm to your table!
1. Lay out the slices of pickled herring or smoked salmon on a clean cutting board.
2. Spread a thin, even layer of cream cheese over each slice using a butter knife or offset spatula.
3. Cut each dill pickle into quarters lengthwise to create 4 spears per pickle.
4. Place one pickle spear at the short edge of each slice of herring or salmon.
5. Roll each slice tightly around the pickle spear to form a spiral shape.
6. Secure each roll with a toothpick or cocktail skewer to hold its shape.
7. Garnish the top of each roll with a small sprig of fresh dill for added flavor and presentation.
8. Arrange the Polish Roses on a serving platter and refrigerate until ready to serve. Serve cold as an appetizer or snack.
Calories |
144 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
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| Total Fat | 11.6 g | 15% | |
| Saturated Fat | 4.4 g | 22% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 34 mg | 11% | |
| Sodium | 411 mg | 18% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 4.4 g | 2% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 0.0 g | 0% | |
| Total Sugars | 3.5 g | ||
| Protein | 6.0 g | 12% | |
| Vitamin D | 6.0 mcg | 30% | |
| Calcium | 37 mg | 3% | |
| Iron | 0.5 mg | 3% | |
| Potassium | 91 mg | 2% | |
*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.