Creamy Smoked Salmon Dip

This creamy smoked salmon dip is easy to throw together and tastes great on crackers or served with vegetables. I found the recipe in Real Simple Magazine and I shared how I get lots of great recipes and ideas from Real Simple in this post.

My husband isn’t a big fan of salmon, but I enjoy it and often order it when we eat out at restaurants.  I’m always looking for healthy lunch ideas other than salads.  I get bored eating the same thing day in and day out and like having a variety of options.  Smoked Salmon stays good in the refrigerator for a few days and makes a great appetizer or lunch. My friend Christine likes to eat it over crackers with a little lemon juice and capers sprinkled on top.  You could also serve it over salad greens. I shared how you can serve it on top of deviled eggs here to give your eggs a little flair.

Salmon has numerous health benefits. It’s great for your heart, mind, and eyes and is an excellent source of Vitamin D. I look for Wild Salmon when I’m shopping because it has the most benefits.  Wild salmon is often firmer and leaner and of a deeper red color than farmed Atlantic salmon.  Smoked salmon is sold in vacuum packed pouches in the refrigerator section of the supermarket.  I have also found it at Trader Joes and Costco.

I really enjoyed smoked salmon in this dip. This creamy smoked salmon dip would be great spread on a bagel, pumpernickel or rye bread and topped with more salmon or just serve it with crackers and vegetables.  The recipe only makes about 4 servings so if you’re making it for a party I would suggest doubling the recipe.

 

This Bourbon Apple Cake Recipe is also from Real Simple.