Description
Rich, silky, and bursting with flavor, this Elegant Smoked Salmon Mousse is a must-have for brunch spreads, cocktail parties, or as a luxurious snack. Made with smoked salmon, cream cheese, and fresh dill, this easy recipe blends together in minutes and tastes like something you’d find at a high-end restaurant. Whether you’re looking for quick breakfast ideas, easy dinner appetizers, or healthy snack options, this mousse adds a gourmet touch with minimal effort.
Ingredients
113g smoked salmon
226g cream cheese (softened)
60g sour cream
1 tbsp fresh lemon juice
1 tbsp fresh dill, chopped (or 1 tsp dried dill)
1/4 tsp black pepper
Optional: 1 tsp capers or 1 tsp prepared horseradish
Instructions
1. Roughly chop the smoked salmon and allow the cream cheese to soften at room temperature.
2. In a food processor, blend the cream cheese and sour cream until smooth.
3. Add the smoked salmon, lemon juice, dill, and black pepper. Blend until silky.
4. Taste and adjust seasoning, adding capers or horseradish if desired.
5. Transfer the mousse to a bowl, cover, and refrigerate for at least 1 hour.
6. Garnish with extra smoked salmon and dill before serving.
Notes
Let the mousse chill for at least 1 hour to allow the flavors to meld beautifully.
Always use high-quality smoked salmon for the best taste and texture.
If the mousse becomes too firm in the fridge, let it sit at room temperature for 10–15 minutes before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 tbsp
- Calories: 90
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 180mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 3.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 1g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 20mg
Keywords: smoked salmon mousse, easy appetizer, elegant snack, brunch ideas, healthy dip