Did you know that you can use salmon to make a great dip? There are plenty of ways to enjoy smoked salmon dip, from smearing it on a toasted bagel for brunch to serving it with cheese and crackers at a party. No matter how you serve this salmon dip, it’s sure to be a new favorite.
Smoked Salmon Dip Ingredients
- Cream cheese
- Sour cream
- Green onions
- Capers
- Mayonnaise
- Smoked salmon or lox
- Dill weed
- Lemon juice
- Hot pepper sauce
- Pepper
- Assorted crackers
- Tabasco sauce (optional)
Directions
Step 1: Blend
Place the first 10 ingredients in a food processor. Cover and process until smooth.
Step 2: Refrigerate
Refrigerate the dip, covered, until ready to serve.
Step 3: Serve
Serve smoked salmon dip with an assortment of crackers and crunchy vegetables, such as carrots and radishes.
Smoked Salmon Dip Variations
To make this smoked salmon dip more flavorful, add hot sauce. This ensures every bite has an added kick. Feel free to also add chili pepper flakes if Tabasco sauce isn’t hot enough for you.
Additionally, you can swap the smoked salmon with smoked trout for a slightly different taste.
How long will smoked salmon dip last?
Seal leftovers in an airtight container and store in the fridge. The dip will last up to three days.
Smoked Salmon Dip Tips
What else can you serve with smoked salmon dip?
We recommend serving this particular dip with assorted crackers, vegetables, baguettes, bagel chips or pretzel sticks. You can also smear a good amount of this dip on a toasted bagel or even use it as a spread for sandwiches.
Can you make smoked salmon yourself?
Absolutely! Smoking salmon on your own will take about 3 to 4 hours in a smoker or grill. For a shortcut, follow our smoked salmon recipe that uses liquid smoke.
