Description
Smoked Salmon Crostini with Dill Cream Cheese Spread is an exquisite appetizer that combines elegance and simplicity. Perfect for gatherings, brunches, or intimate dinners, these delightful bites feature crispy baguette slices topped with a luscious dill-infused cream cheese spread and savory smoked salmon. With their vibrant flavors and beautiful presentation, these crostini are bound to impress your guests while being easy to prepare. Customize them with additional toppings like capers or red onion to suit your taste. Get ready to elevate your next event with this delicious crowd-pleaser.
Ingredients
- 1 baguette (½ inch thick rounds)
- 8 ounces cream cheese (softened)
- 2 tablespoons fresh dill (finely chopped)
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 4 ounces smoked salmon (thinly sliced)
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Brush both sides of the baguette slices with olive oil and arrange on a baking sheet.
- Bake for 8-10 minutes until golden brown and crisp; set aside to cool.
- In a mixing bowl, combine cream cheese, dill, lemon juice, and garlic; season with salt and pepper.
- Spread the cream cheese mixture on each crostini, top with smoked salmon, capers, and garnish with fresh dill.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 crostini (25g)
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 210mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 20mg
Keywords: For added crunch, consider topping crostini with thin cucumber slices or radish rounds. Feel free to customize flavors by adding herbs like chives or tarragon to the cream cheese spread. To achieve optimal crispiness, monitor the baguette closely while baking.