Easy 15-Minute Creamy Smoked Salmon Dip
Prepare this rich, creamy smoked salmon dip in just 15 minutes. It is a simple, no-bake appetizer perfect for parties, brunches, or as a bagel spread.
- Prep Time: 15 min
- Cook Time: 0 min
- Total Time: 15 min
- Yield: About 1.5 cups 1x
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: No Bake
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
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- 8 ounces cream cheese, softened
- 4 ounces smoked salmon, finely chopped
- 1/4 cup sour cream
- 2 tablespoons fresh dill, chopped
- 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon capers, drained and chopped
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- Pinch of salt
Instructions
- Place the softened cream cheese in a medium bowl. Use a hand mixer or a sturdy spoon to beat the cream cheese until it is smooth and creamy.
- Add the sour cream and fresh lemon juice to the bowl. Mix until fully combined and the mixture is light.
- Gently fold in the chopped smoked salmon, fresh dill, and chopped capers. Mix just enough to distribute the ingredients; avoid overmixing to keep some texture.
- Season the dip with black pepper and salt. Taste and adjust seasoning if needed.
- Transfer the smoked salmon dip to a serving bowl. Cover and chill in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes to allow the flavors to meld.
- Serve your creamy smoked salmon dip cold with crackers, bagel chips, or fresh vegetables.
Notes
- You can prepare this dip up to one day ahead. Store it covered in the refrigerator.
- For a bagel spread texture, use slightly less sour cream.
- If you prefer a smoother dip, pulse the ingredients briefly in a food processor.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 tablespoons
- Calories: 110
- Sugar: 1
- Sodium: 350
- Fat: 9
- Saturated Fat: 5
- Unsaturated Fat: 4
- Trans Fat: 0
- Carbohydrates: 2
- Fiber: 0
- Protein: 5
- Cholesterol: 30