Description
Salmon Mousse is a luxurious yet simple dish that combines fresh salmon, cream cheese, and fragrant herbs into a creamy delight. Perfect for any occasion, this versatile appetizer can elevate casual gatherings or formal dinners alike. With its silky texture and vibrant flavors, it’s bound to impress your guests and leave them asking for the recipe!
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz fresh salmon fillet
- 8 oz cream cheese, full-fat
- 1/4 cup sour cream, full-fat
- 2 tbsp fresh dill, chopped
- 2 tbsp lemon juice (freshly squeezed)
- 1 tbsp capers, rinsed and chopped
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Prepare your ingredients by gathering them on your counter.
- Poach the salmon in boiling water for about 10 minutes or until it flakes easily with a fork; let it cool.
- In a food processor, blend the cooled salmon, cream cheese, sour cream, lemon juice, dill, and capers until smooth.
- Taste and adjust seasoning with salt and pepper as needed.
- Transfer the mousse to an airtight container and refrigerate for at least one hour before serving.
- Serve chilled with crackers or vegetable sticks.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Poaching
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/2 cup (120g)
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 9g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 65mg