Whitefish Salad
User Reviews
4.9
60 reviews
Excellent
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Prep Time
30 mins
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Cook Time
10 mins
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Total Time
40 mins
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Servings
8 servings
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Calories
298 kcal
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Course
Salad
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Cuisine
Middle Eastern
Whitefish Salad
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Whitefish Salad combines smoked whitefish with mayonnaise, sour cream, fresh celery, dill, chives, lemon juice, and seasonings to produce a creamy, savory spread. The smoked fish is carefully deboned and flaked, then mixed with fresh herbs and tangy elements, creating a balanced flavor and texture for serving.
Description
This salad begins by preparing the smoked whitefish, removing skin and bones carefully to ensure a pleasant texture. The fish is flaked into small pieces and combined with mayonnaise and sour cream, which add creaminess and moisture. Minced celery contributes crunch, while fresh dill and chives provide herbal brightness and depth. Seasoning with salt, black pepper, and freshly squeezed lemon juice rounds out the flavors, adding acidity and enhancing the overall taste.
Whitefish Salad is suited for serving as a spread on crackers, bagels, or fresh bread, making it a classic choice for brunch or light meals. The blend of flavors balances smoky, creamy, fresh, and tangy elements for a satisfying dish.
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Ingredients
- 2 pounds smoked whitefish whole or filleted
- 1/3 cup mayonnaise
- 1/3 cup sour cream or sub 1/3 cup additional mayonnaise, lowfat
- 1/2 cup celery minced, ribs
- 2 tablespoons dill fresh minced
- 2 tablespoons chives fresh, minced
- salt to taste
- black pepper to taste
- lemon juice 1-2 lemons, freshly squeezed, to taste
Instructions
- Purchase a whole smoked whitefish of about 2 lbs. Smoked whitefish can be found at kosher markets or your local deli.If you purchased fillets, remove the skin, then skip ahead in the directions to where it says "When the fish is cleaned..."
- Peel the skin from the whitefish. It should come off easily, like paper. On each side of the fish, you will see a center line running from tail to gill. Using a fork, pull the meat outward from that center line, following the diagonal grain of the meat. Pulling the meat from the bones in this way will help you avoid the tiny bones that are sometimes caught in the meat.Place the meat in a pile beside the fish.When the fish is cleaned, flake the meat in small pieces into a mixing bowl, checking for bones with your fingers as you go. If you notice any bones, remove them and discard.
- Once the meat is in the bowl, shred it with a fork and your fingers. Remove any additional bones you might have missed.Add mayonnaise, sour cream, celery pieces, dill, and chives to the whitefish and use the fork to blend. Season the salad with pepper and fresh lemon juice to taste. I usually don't add any additional salt, since the meat is quite salty, but you can add some if you feel the salad needs it. Also, I like a lot of lemon juice in this salad-- I usually squeeze the juice of 1 whole lemon in, at least.
- Serve atop rye bread, bagels, vegetable crudites, crackers, or however you wish-- get creative! Here are some serving suggestions:
- Stuffed Tomato: Core a fresh tomato and scoop out the seeds/pulp. Fill the tomato with whitefish salad. Garnish with fresh dill and serve with sliced Persian cucumbers. This serving suggestion is low carb and gluten free. You can also stuff half an avocado instead of a tomato, if you prefer.
- Whitefish Appetizer: Spread whitefish salad onto a cracker made from rye or your favorite whole grain. Garnish with two half-sour pickle slices and fresh dill. This makes a great appetizer, or serve with a bowl of soup or salad for a light lunch.
- Whitefish Bagel Supreme: Toast your favorite flavored bagel. Spread half of the bagel liberally with cream cheese. Add a few slices of lox and some thinly sliced onions. Top with a scoop of whitefish salad. Serve open-faced topped garnished with fresh chives. Or, to make a more filling meal, close the sandwich with the other bagel portion and slice the sandwich in half.
Nutrition Information
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Calories
298kcal
(15%)
Carbohydrates
4g
(1%)
Protein
21g
(42%)
Fat
22g
(34%)
Saturated Fat
5g
(25%)
Polyunsaturated Fat
2g
(12%)
Monounsaturated Fat
1g
(5%)
Cholesterol
6mg
(2%)
Sodium
782mg
(33%)
Potassium
78mg
(2%)
Fiber
0.4g
(2%)
Sugar
2g
(4%)
Vitamin A
650IU
(13%)
Vitamin C
8.3mg
(9%)
Calcium
120mg
(12%)
Iron
1.1mg
(6%)
Nutrition Facts
Serving: 8servings
Amount Per Serving
Calories 298 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 298kcal | 15% |
| Carbohydrates | 4g | 1% |
| Protein | 21g | 42% |
| Fat | 22g | 34% |
| Saturated Fat | 5g | 25% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2g | 12% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 1g | 5% |
| Cholesterol | 6mg | 2% |
| Sodium | 782mg | 33% |
| Potassium | 78mg | 2% |
| Fiber | 0.4g | 2% |
| Sugar | 2g | 4% |
| Vitamin A | 650IU | 13% |
| Vitamin C | 8.3mg | 9% |
| Calcium | 120mg | 12% |
| Iron | 1.1mg | 6% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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4.9
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