Smoked Salmon Cream Cheese Spread Recipe
This creamy smoked salmon cream cheese spread is a delightful and easy-to-make appetizer or snack. Blending tangy cream cheese and sour cream with fresh lemon juice, smoked salmon, green onions, and dill, it offers a smooth, flavorful dip perfect for bagels, crackers, or vegetables. Ready in minutes, this spread is ideal for entertaining or a simple, elegant treat.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 10 minutes
- Yield: About 1 cup (serves 6 as a spread) 1x
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Low Salt
Ingredients
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Spread Ingredients
- 8 ounces cream cheese (room temperature)
- 2 tablespoons sour cream
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 3 ounces smoked salmon (finely chopped)
- 3 tablespoons thinly sliced green onion
- 2 tablespoons chopped fresh dill
Instructions
- Prepare the base: In a mixing bowl, combine the cream cheese, sour cream, and lemon juice. Use a hand mixer to blend these ingredients until the mixture becomes light and fluffy, ensuring a smooth and creamy texture.
- Add the flavorings: Stir in the finely chopped smoked salmon, thinly sliced green onion, and freshly chopped dill. Use a spoon or rubber spatula to gently fold everything together without breaking up the salmon too much.
- Serve or store: Serve the smoked salmon cream cheese immediately with your favorite crackers or bagels, or cover and refrigerate. It can be stored in the fridge for up to 5 days, making it convenient for meal prep or entertaining.
Notes
- For best results, use cream cheese at room temperature to achieve a creamy texture without lumps.
- Fresh dill can be substituted with dried dill if necessary, but reduce the quantity as dried herbs are more concentrated.
- This spread pairs wonderfully with bagels, crackers, cucumber slices, or as a sandwich spread.
- To add an extra zing, you can mix in a small pinch of freshly ground black pepper or a dash of hot sauce.
- Keep covered tightly in the fridge to prevent the spread from drying out and to maintain freshness.
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