Salmon and Cucumber Mousse
Elevate your appetizer game with this elegant and creamy Salmon and Cucumber Mousse, a delightful blend of smoky, tangy, and refreshing flavors. This no-bake recipe combines silky smoked salmon, crisp cucumber, and luscious cream cheese, perfectly balanced with a splash of zesty lemon juice and a hint of fresh dill. A touch of gelatin ensures a beautifully smooth and sliceable texture, making it an ideal centerpiece for entertaining. Serve this chilled mousse in individual ramekins or unmolded as a show-stopping loaf, garnished with delicate cucumber slices and dill sprigs. Perfect for pairing with crackers, toasted baguette slices, or vibrant raw veggies, this dish is a must-try for seafood lovers seeking a light yet decadent treat.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 200 grams Smoked salmon
- 1 medium-sized Cucumber
- 200 grams Cream cheese
- 100 milliliters Heavy cream
- 2 tablespoons Lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon Gelatin powder
- 2 tablespoons Cold water
- 1 tablespoon Fresh dill
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
Instructions
Peel and chop the cucumber into small pieces, removing any large seeds if necessary. Set aside a few thin slices for garnish if desired.
In a small bowl, sprinkle the gelatin powder over the cold water and leave it to bloom for 5 minutes.
Heat the bloomed gelatin gently over low heat until it dissolves completely, stirring constantly. Remove from heat and let cool slightly.
In a food processor, combine the smoked salmon, chopped cucumber, cream cheese, heavy cream, lemon juice, fresh dill, salt, and black pepper. Blend until smooth and creamy.
With the food processor running, slowly pour in the dissolved gelatin mixture and blend until fully incorporated.
Taste the mixture and adjust seasoning if needed with additional salt, pepper, or lemon juice.
Pour the mousse mixture into individual ramekins or a lightly greased loaf pan for molding. Tap the containers gently on the counter to remove any air bubbles.
Cover tightly with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 4 hours, or until the mousse has set completely.
To serve, unmold the mousse by running a knife along the edges of the ramekins or loaf pan and inverting onto a plate. Garnish with reserved cucumber slices and a sprig of fresh dill.
Serve chilled with crackers, toast, or fresh vegetables on the side.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1319 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 111.1 g | 142% | |
| Saturated Fat | 62.4 g | 312% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 5.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 348 mg | 116% | |
| Sodium | 4378 mg | 190% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 21.2 g | 8% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 1.4 g | 5% | |
| Total Sugars | 11.6 g | ||
| Protein | 53.1 g | 106% | |
| Vitamin D | 34.2 mcg | 171% | |
| Calcium | 260 mg | 20% | |
| Iron | 3.0 mg | 17% | |
| Potassium | 967 mg | 21% | |
*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.
