Smoked Salmon Canapés with Dill (Easy 5-Ingredient Appetizer)
These smoked salmon canapés are creamy, fresh, and ready in just 10 minutes. An easy, elegant appetizer perfect for parties and entertaining.
Servings 16 canapes
Calories 73kcal
Ingredients
For Tangy Cream Cheese
- 8 oz cream cheese softened
- 2 teaspoons lemon juice
- 1 tablespoon fresh dill chopped
- Pinch of salt optional
For Assembly
- 4 oz smoked salmon thinly sliced
- 16 crackers sturdy, any variety
- Fresh dill for garnish
Instructions
- In a bowl, mix cream cheese, lemon juice, dill, and a pinch of salt until smooth.
- Spread or pipe a dollop of the cream cheese mixture onto each cracker.
- Cut smoked salmon into small pieces and gently roll or fold into a rose shape.
- Place salmon on top of each canapé.
- Garnish with fresh dill and serve immediately.
Notes
• Make ahead: Prepare the cream cheese mixture up to 1 day in advance and refrigerate. Assemble just before serving to keep crackers crisp.
• Crackers: Use sturdy crackers that won’t get soggy. Whole-grain, seeded, or flatbread-style crackers work best.
• Substitutions: Swap cream cheese for goat cheese or mascarpone for a different flavor profile.
• Add-ons: Top with capers, thin cucumber slices, or a sprinkle of lemon zest for extra flavor.
• Low-carb option: Serve on cucumber rounds instead of crackers.
• Storage: Best enjoyed fresh. Once assembled, canapés may soften if left out too long.
• Presentation tip: Roll the smoked salmon into small rose shapes for an elegant, party-ready look.
Nutrition
Serving: 1canape | Calories: 73kcal | Carbohydrates: 3g | Protein: 2g | Fat: 6g | Saturated Fat: 3g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 2g | Trans Fat: 0.03g | Cholesterol: 16mg | Sodium: 127mg | Potassium: 36mg | Fiber: 0.1g | Sugar: 1g | Vitamin A: 198IU | Vitamin C: 0.3mg | Calcium: 19mg | Iron: 0.2mg
