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Home » Type » Appetizers » Smoked Salmon Dip

Smoked Salmon Dip

July 11, 2013 by Faith 15 Comments

Smoked Salmon Dip

We all know not to go grocery shopping hungry. Why do I try to defy the laws of nature and not heed this rule?

A while ago I was shopping on an empty stomach, foolishly thinking I was immune to impulse buys. I was zipping around the store, only grabbing items on my list. I guess I got a little too cocky.

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I was in the fancy cheese area, which is next to the organic area in the store where I shop. One of my favorite places to look around, this is usually a dangerous spot for me. Just grab a block of Kerrygold butter and a brick of Vintage Cheddar and get the heck out of here!, I told myself.

And then I heard her. With the voice of an angel, she was offering samples of an imported Italian cheese (I can’t remember the name offhand) on top of a Mary’s Gone Crackers cracker. About to book it in the other direction, my stomach grumbled in hunger. I winced. I knew the store had won. Like the house, the store always wins.

I reluctantly sampled one of those fabulously delicious cheese-topped crackers and ended up buying two boxes. Because of course, if you buy one box, the other is $1 off. Yes, it turns out, I am not immune to impulse buys, lol.

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Off I went with my crackers in cart, in search of something delicious to top them with. The good part about this story is that hunger truly is the creator of the best recipe ideas. I know it isn’t anything new, but it was new to me – right there in the middle of the store I thought about how those crackers would be killer with a creamy smoked salmon dip spread on top. And so I made a detour to my shopping list and bought what I needed for it.

I was right, the creamy-textured and slightly tangy, smoky-flavored dip was the perfect accoutrement for these seeded, nutty crackers. It won’t be long before the ingredients to make this dip again make their way to my shopping list. And next time I’m in a recipe-developing rut, I think I might just plan a hungry grocery shopping trip for some inspiration.

Here are a few other delicious uses for smoked salmon:

Smoked Salmon, Goat Cheese, and Fresh Dill Frittata from Cooking Light

Smoked Salmon Deviled Eggs from Arctic Garden Studio

Smoked Salmon Quick Quiche from Foodie Crush

Smoked Salmon Crostini from The Shiksa in the Kitchen

Smoked Salmon, Vegetable, and Ricotta Quiche from Blue Kale Road

And here is how to make smoked salmon at home:

How to Make Smoked Salmon, Two Ways from The Kitchn

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Smoked Salmon Dip
Prep time:  5 mins
Total time:  5 mins
Yield: About 1 cup or 4 (1/4-cup) servings
 
Ingredients
  • 4 oz (115 g) cream cheese, at room temperature (low-fat is fine)
  • ¼ cup (60 g) sour cream (low-fat is fine)
  • 1 teaspoon lemon juice
  • 2 tablespoons minced red onion
  • 1 tablespoon minced fresh dill, plus more for garnish
  • 1 pinch black pepper
  • 2 oz (60 g) smoked salmon, finely chopped
  • Salt, to taste
Instructions
  1. Beat together the cream cheese, sour cream, and lemon juice until smooth.
  2. Stir in the onion, dill, and black pepper, and then the salmon.
  3. Taste and season with salt as desired.
  4. Serve chilled with a little more fresh dill on top, along with crackers, sliced baguette, bagels, etc.
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Filed Under: Appetizers, Gluten Free Tagged: Appetizers, Cream Cheese, Dips, Recipes, Salmon, Smoked Salmon, Snacks, Spreads, Why you shouldn't go grocery shopping hungry

Comments

  1. RK says

    August 6, 2013 at 10:50 am

    I love those crackers! You can get them for an amazing price at Costco. I will have to try them with this amazing dip.

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  2. Nessa says

    July 14, 2013 at 3:32 pm

    I’m no stranger to impulse buys ;) This dip looks sublime!

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  3. Maureen says

    July 12, 2013 at 10:33 pm

    That looks so good and the crackers should be at my house.

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  4. mimi says

    July 12, 2013 at 9:33 am

    I’ve made a lot of salmon dips, smoked and otherwise, during my catering years. This one looks simple and exceptionally good! Love those crackers, too!

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  5. Hannah says

    July 12, 2013 at 12:07 am

    It’s almost impossible for me to stick to my list when I’m shopping, especially if I’m hungry! I love the inspiration your rumbling tummy provided…what a terrific dip. Creamy and smoky is so good together! Your photos are very tempting, too. Thank you for the kind mention in your list of smoked salmon goodies, as well. :)

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  6. Eha says

    July 11, 2013 at 11:32 pm

    Sure, most of us have maked smoked salmon dip: BUT your recipe is way better than my current one – thank you :) !

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  7. Alyssa (Everyday Maven) says

    July 11, 2013 at 10:12 pm

    I love this dip Faith – it sounds so good! I know what you mean about going to the food store even a tiny bit hungry – I always go over my budget and buy something totally off the list lol.

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  8. dixya| food, pleasure, and health says

    July 11, 2013 at 3:31 pm

    im always a victim of hungry shopping and buying EVERYTHING POSSIBLE. on a different note, the dip sounds amazing

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  9. Laura (Tutti Dolci) says

    July 11, 2013 at 1:58 pm

    Shopping while hungry is often a danger ;). Love your dip creation!

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  10. ashley - baker by nature says

    July 11, 2013 at 12:35 pm

    Oh this looks amazing, Faith! I want to dip… everything in it!

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  11. Nancy [email protected] says

    July 11, 2013 at 9:55 am

    First time I experiences smoked salmon was in a pasta dish my husband made! It was so good. I bet this is something I would enjoy!!

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  12. Lori @ RecipeGirl says

    July 11, 2013 at 9:21 am

    YUM.

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  13. Meagan @ A Zesty Bite says

    July 11, 2013 at 8:56 am

    Oh my gosh this dip is calling my name. Looks so delicious.

    Reply

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