The Best Easy Smoked Salmon Dip Recipe (No Smoker Required)
Make this creamy, savory smoked salmon dip using store-bought smoked salmon. It is a quick appetizer perfect for brunch or parties, ready in under 15 minutes.
- Prep Time: 10 min
- Cook Time: 0 min
- Total Time: 10 min
- Yield: About 1.5 cups 1x
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: No Cook
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Low Fat
Ingredients
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- 8 ounces cream cheese, softened
- 4 ounces smoked salmon, finely chopped
- 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
- 1 tablespoon prepared horseradish
- 1 tablespoon minced red onion
- 1 tablespoon chopped fresh dill
- 1 teaspoon capers, drained and chopped
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- Pinch of salt (taste first, as smoked salmon is salty)
- Optional: Everything bagel seasoning for topping
Instructions
- Place the softened cream cheese in a medium mixing bowl.
- Add the chopped smoked salmon, lemon juice, horseradish, minced red onion, fresh dill, capers, and black pepper to the bowl.
- Use a fork or an electric hand mixer on low speed to combine all ingredients until the mixture is smooth and well blended. Do not overmix.
- Taste the dip and add a small pinch of salt if needed.
- Transfer the smoked salmon dip to a serving bowl.
- Cover the bowl and chill in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes to allow the flavors to meld.
- Before serving, sprinkle the top with a little extra dill or everything bagel seasoning, if desired.
- Serve your easy smoked salmon appetizer with crackers, bagel chips, or fresh vegetables.
Notes
- For a smoother texture, you can use a food processor, but pulse briefly to avoid making the dip too thin.
- If you prefer a stronger salmon flavor, use 6 ounces of smoked salmon instead of 4.
- This dip is excellent served alongside smoked salmon crostini for brunch gatherings.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 tablespoons
- Calories: 95
- Sugar: 1
- Sodium: 280
- Fat: 8
- Saturated Fat: 5
- Unsaturated Fat: 3
- Trans Fat: 0
- Carbohydrates: 2
- Fiber: 0
- Protein: 5
- Cholesterol: 25