Description

This creamy and flavorful Smoked Salmon Dip combines smoked salmon with cream cheese, sour cream, and fresh dill for a delicious appetizer. Perfectly balanced with lemon zest and juice, garlic, and a pinch of seasoning, it’s an easy-to-make dip ideal for serving with crackers, melba toasts, or crostinis. Ready in minutes, it’s a crowd-pleaser for parties, snacks, or light meals.

Ingredients

Scale

Dip Ingredients

200 g / 7 oz smoked salmon (or trout)
200 g / 7 oz Philadelphia cream cheese, full fat
1/4 cup / 55 g sour cream
1/4 cup / 60 g mayonnaise
1/4 cup fresh dill, roughly chopped
1/2 garlic clove, minced
1 1/2 tsp lemon zest (from 1 lemon)
1 – 2 tbsp lemon juice
Pinch of salt and pepper

Instructions

Combine Ingredients: Place all ingredients into a food processor, starting with 1 tablespoon of lemon juice. Use only a small pinch of salt initially because smoked salmon is naturally salty, and consider the saltiness of any crackers you plan to serve with the dip.
Blend the Dip: Pulse the mixture on high for about 10 seconds until it’s fairly smooth. Scrape down the sides of the processor bowl as needed to ensure even blending.
Adjust Flavors: Taste the dip and adjust the lemon juice and salt according to your preference. Blend briefly one more time to combine any additions.
Serve and Garnish: Transfer the dip to a serving bowl. Garnish with additional lemon slices and fresh dill if desired. Serve at room temperature with your choice of crackers, such as melba toasts or mini crostinis.

Notes

Use full-fat cream cheese for the best creamy texture and flavor.
Adjust the amount of lemon juice to your taste for a more or less tangy dip.
If you prefer a chunkier texture, pulse the dip for less time or reserve some smoked salmon to mix in after blending.
This dip is best served fresh but can be refrigerated for up to 2 days. Bring to room temperature before serving.
Try garnishing with capers or a small drizzle of olive oil for added flavor.

Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 0 minutes
Category: Appetizer
Method: Blending
Cuisine: American

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