Description
Create a rich, creamy Smoked Salmon Dip quickly. This crowd-pleasing appetizer blends savory smoked salmon with bright lemon and fresh dill, making it perfect for parties, brunches, or game days. It is simple to mix and ready fast.
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 ounces cream cheese, softened
- 4 ounces smoked salmon, finely chopped
- 2 tablespoons fresh dill, chopped
- 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon lemon zest
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 2 tablespoons sour cream or plain Greek yogurt (optional, for extra creaminess)
Instructions
- Place the softened cream cheese in a medium bowl.
- Add the chopped smoked salmon, dill, lemon juice, lemon zest, and black pepper to the bowl.
- If using, mix in the sour cream or Greek yogurt for a lighter texture.
- Use a fork or hand mixer to combine all ingredients until smooth and well blended. Do not overmix.
- Taste and adjust seasoning if needed.
- Cover the dip and chill in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes before serving to allow flavors to meld.
- Serve cold with crackers, bagel chips, fresh vegetables, or crostini.
Notes
- For a keto-friendly version, serve with fresh cucumber slices or celery sticks.
- You can substitute capers for a saltier, briny flavor boost.
- If you like a thinner dip, add a splash of milk or heavy cream until you reach your desired consistency.
- Garnish the top with extra chopped dill or a sprinkle of everything bagel seasoning before serving.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: No-Cook Mixing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 tablespoons
- Calories: 90
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 250mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 2g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 25mg