Description
Smoked Salmon Spread is a delightful blend of creamy textures and smoky flavors, perfect for elevating any gathering or cozy night in. In just 10 minutes, this easy-to-make spread combines velvety cream cheese, fresh dill, zesty lemon juice, and high-quality smoked salmon. Whether served on toasted bagels or with crisp veggies, this versatile dip will impress your guests and keep them coming back for more.
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz smoked salmon, thinly sliced
- 8 oz cream cheese, softened
- 2 tbsp fresh dill, chopped (or 1 tbsp dried dill)
- 2 tbsp lemon juice (freshly squeezed)
- 1 tbsp capers, chopped
Instructions
- Allow the cream cheese to soften at room temperature.
- In a medium bowl, mix softened cream cheese and chopped smoked salmon until well combined but still chunky.
- Stir in dill, capers, and lemon juice until evenly mixed. Adjust lemon juice to taste.
- Season with salt and pepper; be mindful of the natural saltiness of the salmon.
- Transfer to an airtight container and refrigerate for at least one hour to meld flavors.
- Serve chilled on toasted bagels or with crackers and fresh veggies.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: N/A
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: ¼ cup (60g)
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 320mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 3g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 25mg