Delicious Smoked Salmon Mousse: Easy, Creamy Elegance

Experience the enchanting creamy texture of Smoked Salmon Mousse, a luxurious appetizer perfect for any gathering.

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Prep Time 15

Chill Time 1

Total Time 1 15

Servings: 6 servings

Course: Appetizers

Cuisine: American

Calories: 250

Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients

For the Mousse

8 ounces Smoked Salmon cold-smoked for best flavor
8 ounces Cream Cheese softened
1/4 cup Heavy Cream optional for lower-fat version
1/2 piece Fresh Lemon Juice juice from half a lemon
1 tablespoon Fresh Dill finely chopped, or substitute with chives
Salt to taste
Pepper to taste

For Serving

Crackers or Bread for dipping
Cucumber Slices for a low-carb option

Equipment

Food Processor
Mixing bowl
Spatula

Method

Preparation Steps

In a food processor, combine about 8 ounces of cold-smoked salmon with 8 ounces of softened cream cheese. Blend on medium speed for 1-2 minutes until smooth.
Pour in 1/4 cup of heavy cream and the juice of half a lemon. Blend for another 1-2 minutes until airy and fluffy.
Fold in 1 tablespoon of chopped fresh dill, seasoning with salt and pepper to taste. Blend briefly to combine.
Transfer the mousse to a mixing bowl, gently folding with a spatula.
Spoon the mixture into serving dishes, smoothing the top for presentation.
Cover tightly and refrigerate for at least 1 hour to chill and set.
Garnish with additional dill or slices of smoked salmon before serving. Enjoy with crackers, bread, or cucumber slices.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 5gProtein: 8gFat: 22gSaturated Fat: 12gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 7gCholesterol: 50mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 200mgSugar: 1gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 3mgCalcium: 40mgIron: 1mg

Notes

This mousse can be prepared a day in advance for convenient entertaining.

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