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Salmon Dip
5 from 14 votes

Salmon Dip

This salmon dip blends fresh and smoked salmon into a creamy mixture enhanced with lemon, dill, and pepper for a balanced, zesty flavor. The inclusion of sour cream provides a smooth texture, while optional salmon roe adds an elegant touch for garnish. It’s designed for serving with crackers, offering a versatile appetizer or snack option using oily fish varieties.

Prep Time
15 mins
Total Time
15 mins
Servings: 6 people
Calories: 156 kcal
Course: Appetizer, Snacks
Cuisine: American

Ingredients

  • 1/2 pound salmon skinless (sushi grade if possible
  • 1/2 pound smoked salmon skinless
  • 3 tablespoons lemon juice
  • 6 ounces sour cream
  • 2 tablespoons dill chopped, fresh
  • 2 teaspoons ground white pepper or black pepper
  • salmon roe optional, or other caviar, for garnish
  • crackers

Instructions

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  1. Remove any pinbones from the salmon. Flake the smoked salmon into smallish pieces and chop the fresh salmon into 1-inch pieces. Buzz both in a food processor a few times until you have a rough puree.
  2. Move the salmon to a bowl and mix with the lemon juice, sour cream, dill and pepper. Add salt if it needs it. Serve on crackers with some caviar.

Notes

  • Consume the dip within 48 hours for best freshness and safety.
  • Any oily fish like trout, char, or mackerel can substitute for salmon.
  • Hot-smoked salmon can be used instead of cold-smoked for a different smoke flavor.
  • Adding prepared horseradish can introduce a spicy kick if desired.

Nutrition Information

Calories 156kcal (8%) Carbohydrates 2g (1%) Protein 15g (30%) Fat 10g (15%) Saturated Fat 4g (20%) Cholesterol 44mg (15%) Sodium 336mg (14%) Potassium 299mg (6%) Fiber 1g (4%) Sugar 1g (2%) Vitamin A 235IU (5%) Vitamin C 3mg (3%) Calcium 42mg (4%) Iron 1mg (6%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 6 people

Amount Per Serving

Calories 156

% Daily Value*

Calories 156kcal 8%
Carbohydrates 2g 1%
Protein 15g 30%
Fat 10g 15%
Saturated Fat 4g 20%
Cholesterol 44mg 15%
Sodium 336mg 14%
Potassium 299mg 6%
Fiber 1g 4%
Sugar 1g 2%
Vitamin A 235IU 5%
Vitamin C 3mg 3%
Calcium 42mg 4%
Iron 1mg 6%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.