Salmon Pate
Elevate your appetizer game with this luxurious and creamy Salmon Pâté, a perfect blend of fresh and smoked salmon for a double dose of flavor. This quick and easy recipe comes together in just 15 minutes of prep and features rich cream cheese, a touch of Dijon mustard, and zesty lemon juice, enhanced by the brininess of optional capers and the freshness of chopped dill. The result is a velvety, savory spread that’s perfect for smearing on sliced baguette or crispy crackers. Ideal for dinner parties, holiday gatherings, or an indulgent snack, this Salmon Pâté not only tastes sophisticated but is also rich in omega-3s, making it a nutritious crowd-pleaser. Refrigerate it for an hour before serving to allow the flavors to harmonize, and don’t forget to garnish with a sprig of dill for that final elegant touch.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 200 g fresh salmon fillet
- 100 g cooked smoked salmon
- 150 g cream cheese
- 50 g unsalted butter
- 1 tbsp fresh lemon juice
- 1 tsp Dijon mustard
- 1 tbsp capers (optional)
- 2 tbsp fresh dill (chopped)
- 0.5 tsp salt
- 0.25 tsp black pepper
- 1 loaf/package baguette or crackers (for serving)
Instructions
Place the fresh salmon fillet in a medium-sized saucepan and cover with water. Bring to a gentle boil and let simmer for 8-10 minutes until cooked through. Remove from water and let cool completely.
In a food processor, combine the cooled cooked salmon, smoked salmon, cream cheese, and butter. Blend until smooth and creamy.
Add the lemon juice, Dijon mustard, capers (if using), dill, salt, and black pepper to the food processor. Pulse a few times to combine evenly.
Taste the mixture and adjust the seasoning with additional salt, pepper, or lemon juice as needed.
Transfer the salmon pâté to a serving dish or ramekin and smooth the top with a spatula.
Refrigerate for at least 1 hour before serving to allow the flavors to meld and the texture to firm up.
Serve chilled with sliced baguette, crackers, or vegetable sticks as desired. Garnish with additional dill if you like.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2062 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 119.9 g | 154% | |
| Saturated Fat | 60.2 g | 301% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.2 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 407 mg | 136% | |
| Sodium | 4035 mg | 175% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 150.1 g | 55% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 7.3 g | 26% | |
| Total Sugars | 9.9 g | ||
| Protein | 101.6 g | 203% | |
| Vitamin D | 31.7 mcg | 158% | |
| Calcium | 253 mg | 19% | |
| Iron | 8.4 mg | 47% | |
| Potassium | 1778 mg | 38% | |
*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.
