Salmon Mousse
Creamy, luxurious, and irresistibly flavorful, this salmon mousse is the perfect centerpiece for your next gathering. Made with rich smoked salmon, velvety cream cheese, and a hint of fresh dill and lemon, this no-bake appetizer is as elegant as it is easy to prepare. A touch of gelatin ensures a flawlessly smooth and airy texture that sets beautifully in just a few hours. Serve this versatile dish with crisp crackers, toasted baguette slices, or vibrant vegetable crudités for a stunning presentation that’s sure to impress. Whether you’re hosting a holiday party or treating yourself to a gourmet snack, this smoked salmon mousse recipe is a true crowd-pleaser. Perfect for seafood lovers, it’s a flavorful, make-ahead delight that combines indulgence with simplicity.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 200 grams Smoked salmon
- 225 grams Cream cheese
- 60 ml Heavy cream
- 1 tablespoon Fresh lemon juice
- 1 tablespoon Dill
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper
- 1 teaspoon Gelatin powder
- 2 tablespoons Water
- 1 tablespoon Capers (optional)
Instructions
Place the smoked salmon, cream cheese, heavy cream, lemon juice, dill, salt, and black pepper into a food processor. Blend until smooth and creamy.
In a small microwave-safe bowl, combine the gelatin powder with water. Let it sit for 5 minutes to bloom.
Gently warm the bloomed gelatin in the microwave for 10-15 seconds until completely dissolved. Allow it to cool slightly, but not set.
With the food processor running, slowly drizzle the dissolved gelatin into the salmon mixture and blend until combined.
Taste the mixture and adjust seasoning if necessary by adding more salt, pepper, or lemon juice.
Transfer the salmon mousse mixture into a serving bowl or individual ramekins. Smooth the surface with a spatula.
Cover with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 2 hours, or until the mousse is fully set.
Garnish with capers or additional fresh dill before serving, if desired. Serve with crackers, baguette slices, or vegetable crudités.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
226 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 18.8 g | 24% | |
| Saturated Fat | 10.2 g | 51% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 65 mg | 22% | |
| Sodium | 693 mg | 30% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 1.9 g | 1% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 0.1 g | 0% | |
| Total Sugars | 1.5 g | ||
| Protein | 10.4 g | 21% | |
| Vitamin D | 4.7 mcg | 23% | |
| Calcium | 47 mg | 4% | |
| Iron | 0.5 mg | 3% | |
| Potassium | 176 mg | 4% | |
*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.
