Description
A vibrant smoked salmon platter featuring cold and hot smoked salmon, crisp crostini, creamy spread, and fresh toppings perfect for brunch.
Ingredients
6 to 8 ounces cold smoked salmon
6 to 8 ounces hot smoked salmon
1 red onion, thinly sliced
1 cucumber, sliced
1 cup sliced radishes
4 ounces capers, drained
2 lemons, cut into wedges
fresh dill for garnish
4 slices rye or pumpernickel bread, cut into wedges
¼ cup extra virgin olive oil
1 artisan baguette, sliced
8 ounces cream cheese, softened
¼ cup nonfat plain Greek yogurt
½ lemon, juiced
2 tablespoons everything bagel seasoning
2 teaspoons chopped fresh dill
Optional: avocado, hard boiled eggs, pickles, tomatoes, mini bagels, assorted crackers
Instructions
1. Arrange smoked salmon, crostini, breads, and ramekins of cream cheese spread on a large platter.
2. Fill spaces with vegetables and optional ingredients.
3. Garnish with fresh dill and capers.
4. Combine cream cheese, yogurt, and lemon juice until smooth.
5. Divide into ramekins and refrigerate if needed.
6. Top with seasoning and dill before serving.
7. Brush baguette slices with olive oil and bake at 375°F for 5 minutes.
8. Flip and bake additional 3 to 5 minutes until crisp.
Notes
Prepare spreads and vegetables ahead of time.
Assemble platter just before serving for freshness.
Keep salmon refrigerated until ready to serve.