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Elegant Smoked Salmon Crostini for Effortless Entertaining

Close-up of several smoked salmon bites on toasted bread topped with cream cheese, capers, and dill.
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Create an elegant appetizer quickly with this Smoked Salmon Crostini recipe. It combines creamy texture with savory smoked salmon, perfect for parties or brunch.

Ingredients

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  • 1 baguette, sliced into 1/2-inch rounds
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 8 ounces cream cheese, softened
  • 4 ounces smoked salmon, thinly sliced
  • 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
  • 1 teaspoon lemon zest
  • 2 tablespoons fresh dill, chopped
  • 1 tablespoon capers, drained and roughly chopped
  • Freshly ground black pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Arrange the baguette slices on a baking sheet.
  2. Brush both sides of the bread slices lightly with olive oil. Bake for 8 to 10 minutes, turning once, until the crostini are lightly golden and crisp. Remove from the oven and let them cool completely.
  3. In a small bowl, combine the softened cream cheese, lemon juice, lemon zest, chopped dill, and capers. Mix until the ingredients are fully incorporated and the spread is smooth. Season with black pepper.
  4. Spread a layer of the cream cheese mixture evenly onto each cooled crostini.
  5. Top each crostini with a small piece of smoked salmon. You can fold or layer the salmon for visual appeal.
  6. Garnish each piece with a tiny sprig of fresh dill or a few extra capers, if desired. Serve immediately for the best texture.

Notes

  • For an extra layer of flavor, lightly toast the crostini with a sprinkle of garlic powder before baking.
  • If you are preparing these ahead of time, store the crostini and the cream cheese spread separately. Assemble just before serving to prevent the bread from becoming soggy.
  • This appetizer pairs well with a crisp Sauvignon Blanc or a dry sparkling wine.

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