Smoked Salmon Spread with Pears and Horseradish

Nutriscore Rating: 52/100

Elevate your appetizer game with this irresistible Smoked Salmon Spread with Pears and Horseradish, a sophisticated blend of creamy, smoky, and tangy flavors. Featuring rich smoked salmon, luscious cream cheese, and a hint of zesty horseradish, this spread gets a surprising twist of sweetness and texture from diced ripe pears. Fresh lemon juice and dill lend a vibrant freshness, making this recipe a standout for any gathering. Quick and easy to prepare in just 15 minutes, it’s perfect for serving with crisp crackers, sliced baguette, or vegetable sticks. Garnish with dill for a touch of elegance and chill beforehand to let the bold, harmonious flavors shine. Ideal for holiday parties, brunches, or a gourmet snack, this smoked salmon spread is an effortless yet impressive crowd-pleaser.

Recipe Information

• Prep Time: 15 min
• Cook Time: N/A
• Total Time: 15 min
• Servings: 6 servings
• Difficulty: Medium

🥘 Ingredients

10 items

• 200 grams Smoked salmon
• 225 grams Cream cheese
• 60 ml Sour cream
• 2 tablespoons Prepared horseradish
• 1 tablespoon Fresh lemon juice
• 1 piece Small ripe pear (peeled, cored, and diced)
• 1 tablespoon Fresh dill
• 0.5 teaspoon Salt
• 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper
• 1 package or loaf Crackers or sliced baguette (for serving)

📝 Instructions

7 steps

1. In a food processor, add the smoked salmon, cream cheese, and sour cream.

2. Blend until smooth but still slightly textured to retain a bit of chunkiness.

3. Add the horseradish, lemon juice, salt, and black pepper. Process briefly to combine.

4. Transfer the mixture to a mixing bowl. Gently fold in the diced pear and finely chopped fresh dill using a spatula.

5. Taste the spread and adjust seasoning if needed, adding more salt, pepper, or lemon juice to your preference.

6. Chill the spread in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes to allow the flavors to meld together.

7. Serve cold with crackers, sliced baguette, or fresh vegetable sticks. Garnish with a small sprig of dill, if desired.

Nutrition Facts

1 serving (152.1g)

Calories		415
% Daily Value*
Total Fat		25.2 g	32%
	Saturated Fat	10.5 g	52%
	Polyunsaturated Fat	1.5 g
Cholesterol		63 mg	21%
Sodium		966 mg	42%
Total Carbohydrate		34.4 g	12%
	Dietary Fiber	2.1 g	8%
	Total Sugars	7.6 g
Protein		13.1 g	26%
Vitamin D		4.7 mcg	23%
Calcium		75 mg	6%
Iron		1.2 mg	7%
Potassium		246 mg	5%

*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.

Source of Calories

Fat: 1361 cal (54.5%%)

Protein: 312 cal (12.5%%)

Carbs: 824 cal (33.0%%)