Smoked Salmon Butter
Elevate your appetizer game with this luscious Smoked Salmon Butter, a gourmet spread that combines silky smoked salmon, creamy unsalted butter, and tangy cream cheese. Enhanced with a splash of fresh lemon juice, aromatic dill, and a hint of black pepper, this quick and easy recipe is ready in just 10 minutes (plus chill time). Smooth yet slightly textured, it’s perfect for spreading on bagels, crackers, or fresh bread, making it an elegant addition to brunch spreads or party platters. Whether you're hosting or indulging in a cozy breakfast, this rich and flavorful smoked salmon spread is sure to impress.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 100 grams smoked salmon
- 115 grams unsalted butter
- 50 grams cream cheese
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 1 tablespoon fresh dill
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
Bring the unsalted butter and cream cheese to room temperature for easier blending.
Roughly chop the smoked salmon into small pieces.
Finely mince the fresh dill.
In a food processor, add the smoked salmon, butter, cream cheese, lemon juice, minced dill, and black pepper.
Pulse the ingredients until they are evenly combined and the mixture is smooth but slightly textured.
Taste and adjust seasoning if necessary, adding more lemon juice or black pepper to taste.
Transfer the salmon butter to a serving dish or storage container.
Cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to allow the flavors to meld.
Remove from the refrigerator 10 minutes before serving to soften slightly.
Serve chilled with bagels, crackers, or fresh bread.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1135 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 120.2 g | 154% | |
| Saturated Fat | 68.5 g | 342% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 328 mg | 109% | |
| Sodium | 847 mg | 37% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 4.3 g | 2% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 0.2 g | 1% | |
| Total Sugars | 2.3 g | ||
| Protein | 22.4 g | 45% | |
| Vitamin D | 17.1 mcg | 86% | |
| Calcium | 91 mg | 7% | |
| Iron | 1.2 mg | 7% | |
| Potassium | 302 mg | 6% | |
*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.
