Shrimp and Smoked Salmon Smorrebrod with Lemon Cucumbers
Elevate your appetizer game with this stunning Shrimp and Smoked Salmon Smørrebrød with Lemon Cucumbers—a Scandinavian-inspired open-faced sandwich that's as beautiful as it is delicious. Thin slices of hearty rye bread are generously layered with creamy cream cheese, delicate smoked salmon, juicy marinated cucumber slices infused with lemon, and a savory shrimp-dill mixture that adds a fresh, coastal vibe. Finished with bright pops of capers, sprigs of fresh dill, and a garnish of microgreens or arugula, this recipe combines contrasting textures and bold flavors for a refined yet easy-to-make dish. Perfect for brunch spreads, elegant snacks, or light lunches, these smørrebrød are a vibrant fusion of tradition and contemporary flair that’s ready in just 20 minutes.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 slices Rye bread (dense and thinly sliced)
- 1 cup Cooked shrimp (small, peeled and deveined)
- 4 slices Smoked salmon
- 1 Cucumber
- 2 tablespoons Lemon juice (freshly squeezed)
- 4 tablespoons Cream cheese
- 1 tablespoon Fresh dill (plus extra for garnish)
- 2 tablespoons Capers
- 0.25 teaspoons Salt
- 0.25 teaspoons Black pepper
- 1 teaspoon Olive oil
- 0.5 cup Microgreens or arugula
Instructions
1. In a small bowl, thinly slice the cucumber into rounds and toss with lemon juice, olive oil, salt, and pepper. Set aside to marinate for 10 minutes.
2. Spread 1 tablespoon of cream cheese evenly over each slice of rye bread.
3. Top each bread slice with one piece of smoked salmon, arranging it neatly to cover most of the bread.
4. Divide the marinated cucumbers evenly over the smoked salmon layer on each slice.
5. In a small bowl, mix the cooked shrimp with fresh dill and a small pinch of black pepper.
6. Add a layer of the shrimp mixture over the cucumbers on each slice of bread, dividing it evenly.
7. Garnish each smorrebrod with a sprinkle of capers, a few fresh dill sprigs, and a small handful of microgreens or arugula.
8. Serve immediately and enjoy the fresh, flavorful combination!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1088 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 46.2 g | 59% | |
| Saturated Fat | 16.2 g | 81% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 3.5 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 549 mg | 183% | |
| Sodium | 3128 mg | 136% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 76.9 g | 28% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 10.3 g | 37% | |
| Total Sugars | 10.6 g | ||
| Protein | 96.0 g | 192% | |
| Vitamin D | 20.5 mcg | 103% | |
| Calcium | 298 mg | 23% | |
| Iron | 7.1 mg | 39% | |
| Potassium | 1456 mg | 31% | |
*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.
