Smoked Salmon Cracker Recipe
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4.6
Smoked Salmon Cracker Recipe
Description
The recipe starts by blending softened cream cheese with basil pesto to create a flavorful, creamy base spreadable on each cracker. Thin cucumber slices add a cool, crisp contrast to smoked salmon pieces layered on top, bringing a delicate smoky and salty flavor. Capers contribute bursts of briny taste, and fresh dill adds an herbaceous note. Flaky sea salt finishes each bite with a subtle crunch.
This assembly requires no cooking and assembles quickly, making it useful for entertaining or as quick snacks. Variations include omitting cucumber on some crackers for variety.
These bite-sized crackers provide a mix of textures and flavors that work well on their own or paired with light wines or cocktails. The recipe’s reliance on quality ingredients like fresh dill and pesto ensures a balanced, fresh-tasting hors d'oeuvre.
Ingredients
- 10 ounces cream cheese , softened
- 2 tablespoons basil pesto
- 40 crackers
- 12 ounces smoked salmon , thinly cut
- 40 lices cucumber , thinly sliced
- 1/4 cup capers , drained
- 3 prigs dill fresh
- sea salt such as Maldon, flakey
Instructions
- In a medium bowl, mix the cream cheese with pesto. Thinly spread the mixture on each cracker.
- Top with a slice of cucumber, piece of smoked salmon, 1-2 capers and a small piece of fresh dill. Sprinkle with flaky sea salt, if desired. Not all need to have cucumber, I sometimes do half and half.
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Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 40Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 54 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 54kcal | 3% |
| Carbohydrates | 3g | 1% |
| Protein | 2g | 4% |
| Fat | 4g | 6% |
| Saturated Fat | 2g | 10% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1g | 6% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 1g | 5% |
| Trans Fat | 0.03g | 2% |
| Cholesterol | 9mg | 3% |
| Sodium | 153mg | 6% |
| Potassium | 38mg | 1% |
| Fiber | 0.2g | 1% |
| Sugar | 1g | 2% |
| Vitamin A | 125IU | 3% |
| Vitamin C | 0.3mg | 0% |
| Calcium | 15mg | 2% |
| Iron | 0.3mg | 2% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.