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Smoked Salmon Crostini

Delicious Smoked Salmon Crostini for Effortless Entertaining

Enjoy these delicious Smoked Salmon Crostini, a quick and elegant appetizer perfect for any gathering.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 9 minutes
Total Time 24 minutes
Servings: 12 crostini
Course: Appetizers
Cuisine: American
Calories: 180

Ingredients
  

Crostini Base
  • 1 loaf Baguette Can substitute with any crusty bread like ciabatta.
  • 1 spray Olive Oil Spray Or use melted butter for richer flavor.
Creamy Topping
  • 8 oz Cream Cheese Softened for easy mixing; can substitute with mascarpone.
  • 2 tbsp Lemon Juice Freshly squeezed for best flavor.
  • 2 tbsp Fresh Dill Can substitute with fresh chives.
  • 1 clove Garlic Optional for those sensitive to raw garlic.
Star Ingredient
  • 8 oz Cold Smoked Salmon Ensure quality for best flavor; hot smoked salmon can be used.
  • 2 tbsp Capers For garnish; optional but recommended.

Equipment

  • Oven
  • Baking Sheet
  • Mixing bowl
  • Piping bag

Method
 

Preparation Steps
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Gather your baking sheet and arrange your baguette slices.
  2. Slice your baguette into ¼ to ½ inch pieces and place them in a single layer on the baking sheet. Spray both sides with olive oil.
  3. Bake the sliced baguette for approximately 9 minutes, flipping halfway through.
  4. Mix the softened cream cheese, lemon juice, dill, and garlic in a mixing bowl until smooth.
  5. (Optional) Transfer the cream cheese mixture into a piping bag for elegant presentation.
  6. Assemble by layering a piece of smoked salmon on each crostini.
  7. Using the piping bag, add a dollop of the cream cheese mixture on top of the smoked salmon, garnish with capers.
  8. Serve immediately for best texture and flavor.

Nutrition

Serving: 1crostiniCalories: 180kcalCarbohydrates: 16gProtein: 9gFat: 11gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 350mgPotassium: 200mgFiber: 1gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 1mg

Notes

These Smoked Salmon Crostini are an elegant appetizer that are quick to prepare and bound to impress your guests.

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