This smoked salmon dip is a creamy blend of chopped smoked salmon, lemon and dill. Serve this smoked salmon appetizer with crostini, cucumbers and crackers for an easy yet elegant party snack!
Need a quick appetizer? This salmon dip is ready in just 5 minutes and looks so impressive. It’s also great smeared onto a bagel for a breakfast treat.
I happen to LOVE smoked salmon, and believe it or not, my kids do too. While smoked salmon is perfect on a bagel for breakfast, I think it’s even better in dip form! This smoked salmon dip is a light and creamy base chock full of chopped salmon. It’s ready in minutes and is always a welcome offering at any gathering.
How to make smoked salmon dip
To make this dip, you’ll need cream cheese, sour cream, herbs, lemon and smoked salmon. Many smoked salmon dips are blended, but I prefer a dip with nice chunks of salmon throughout so you really get that smoky flavor.
The herbs I use in this dip are fresh dill and fresh chives. Don’t be tempted to use dried herbs here, the fresh flavors really make this dip special. After the cream cheese base is blended together, I gently fold in my chopped salmon.
Stir it all together and you’re done! I wind up a piece of smoked salmon into a rosette shape as a fun garnish for the top, and a sprinkling of herbs is also a nice touch.
I like to serve my smoked salmon dip with crostini, also called baguette chips. You can find them pre-made in bags in the deli section. You can also use fresh baguette, cucumber slices, bell peppers, breadsticks or crackers, there are so many options!
If you have any leftovers of this salmon dip (and you may not!!), save some to spread onto a bagel for an amazing breakfast!
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Smoked Salmon Dip
Ingredients
- 8 ounces cream cheese softened
- 1/2 cup sour cream
- salt and pepper to taste
- 1 teaspoon lemon zest
- tablespoons fresh chopped dill plus more for garnish
- 2 tablespoons fresh chopped chives plus more for garnish
- 6 ounces smoked salmon coarsely chopped, plus one slice for garnish
Instructions
- Place the cream cheese, sour cream, salt, pepper, lemon zest, dill and chives in a bowl. Stir until smooth.
- Add the smoked salmon to the bowl and gently fold until incorporated.
- Garnish with a rolled up salmon slice to look like a rose and chopped dill and chives. Serve immediately or store in the refrigerator for up to 8 hours prior to serving.
Jordan says
This looks delicious! Could I make it two days in advance of a party? (I’m traveling and won’t have great options for assembling everything.)
Sara says
Yes that’s fine, just let it sit out for about 15 minutes before you serve it so it can soften up!
Farrah says
This probably wouldn’t last more than a couple minutes in my apartment! *-* It looks so good!
Carol Cassara says
I love smoked salmon and this sounds like a lovely recipe to use that in. It’s great for parties this Spring! Definitely my kind of dip!
Anosa Malanga says
I am so glad I came over this post. This is just in time recipe this coming Easter and probably any day of this Holy week. Perfect since we are avoiding meats this week.
Katherine Rose Rivera says
We only eat Salmon in Sour Soup and Baked Salmon. Never thought that there will be a dip that can compliment snacks. I’ll share this recipe with my husband. Thank you!
Catalina says
OMG! This dip is so flavorful! It is a great a idea to use as crostini for my Easter dinner as appetizer!
Heather says
This sounds SO good! I’m such a huge salmon fan. I need to try it out asap.
Kita Bryant says
I am such a huge fan of salmon. this recipe looks really great.
Ricci says
I have recently (in the past couple of years) discovered a love of all things smoked salmon. I need to try this recipe ASAP!!
Jenn @ EngineerMommy says
I have never tried something like this, but my husband has talked about enjoying salmon dip before. I gotta try this recipe.
Destany says
This sounds so yummy! If I made it, tho, I’d be the only one in my house to eat it. I’ll have to make it for a family reunion where others can share 🙂
Peter says
That is a great dip. I too love a chunkier dip, it lets you embrace the flavours
Lisa says
Yum. I am such a huge fan of smoked salmon. That, bagels, red onions, capers and cream cheese is the perfect breakfast. Oh, I’d add capers to this dip.
Tasheena @ Simplytasheena.com says
I love smoked salmon. Especially on my bagels. I can’t wait to try this dip. So yummy!
Jeanette says
You have no idea how perfect this is. A friend of mine just smoked a whole bunch of salmon and was trying to find some good ideas to do with it. They will love this!
Joanna @ Everyday Made Fresh says
My husband and daughters love smoked salmon, so I am sure they would enjoy this. I’ll have to make it for them.
Amber Myers says
This looks like a fabulous dip! I always love to have dips in the house for veggies and those baguette chips. I’ll have to make this soon.
Danielle Fox says
This makes me think about my Chicago roots – salmon like this is very popular there
Candy says
I use to make this with the salmon we would catch and smoke. Never lasted long. So easy and delicious
valmg @ Mom Knows It All says
My Mom is all about having lox on her bagels when she can, it’s her favorite way to eat them. I think she would enjoy this dip.