This Smoked Salmon Dip is the kind of easy, crowd-pleasing recipe that feels a little elevated without any extra effort. It’s creamy, fresh, and packed with smoky flavor, with a bright citrusy kick from The Zesty Lime Seasoning Blend that really sets it apart. Whether you’re putting together a quick appetizer or something for a brunch spread, this dip comes together fast and tastes like you put way more work into it than you did.
This smoked salmon dip is incredibly delicious and versatile, with more than one way to enjoy it. Serve it simply with crostini or your favorite crackers or pair it with fresh crudité vegetables for a lighter option. For a more elevated presentation, turn it into elegant hors d’oeuvres by spreading the dip onto crackers and topping each with a strip of smoked salmon, a sprinkle of fresh dill, a few capers, and a touch of lemon zest. To keep things brunch-friendly, it’s also perfect spread onto a bagel for a quick and satisfying breakfast or lunch.
| Yield: 2 Cups | Portion Size: 3 Tbsp |
| Prep Time: 10 mins | Assembly Time: 5 Minutes | Total Time: 15 mins |
Ingredients:
- 1 block (8 oz) Cream Cheese
- 4 oz Sour Cream
- 4 oz Cold-Smoked Salmon
- 2 tsp The Zesty Lime Seasoning Blend
- 1 Tbsp Lemon Juice
- 1/4 Cup Fresh Dill, Stems Removed
- 2 Tbsp Fresh Chives
- 1 Tbsp Capers
Garnish:
- Fresh Dill
- Fresh Chives
- Capers
- Extra Virgin Olive Oil
- Crackers, Bagel, crudité, etc.
Instructions:
To make it, add 8 oz room-temperature cream cheese (cubed), 4 oz smoked salmon, 4 oz sour cream, 2 tsp of The Zesty Lime Seasoning, fresh dill, chives, capers, and lemon juice to a food processor. Blend until smooth or slightly chunky, depending on your preference. Taste and adjust if needed, then chill or serve immediately.
Once it’s blended, this dip is ready to go - just chill it briefly or serve it right away depending on your timing. Top it with a little extra fresh dill for a clean finish and pair it with crackers, crostini, or a toasted bagel. It’s simple, flavorful, and one of those recipes people will keep coming back for.
