Creamy Salmon Mousse
Elevate your appetizer game with this creamy salmon mousse, a luxurious yet simple recipe that’s perfect for any occasion. Made with velvety cream cheese, rich smoked salmon, and a touch of fresh dill, this dish delivers a silky texture and vibrant flavor in every bite. A splash of lemon juice adds a zesty brightness, while a touch of gelatin ensures the mousse sets to perfection. Ready in just 15 minutes of prep, this no-cook recipe chills to a beautiful, firm consistency that pairs wonderfully with crackers, crisp vegetable sticks, or toasted baguette slices. Whether you're hosting a sophisticated soirée or looking for an elegant snack, this salmon mousse is a guaranteed crowd-pleaser. Serve it with extra dill on top for a fresh, aromatic garnish your guests won’t forget!
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Ingredients
- 200 grams smoked salmon
- 225 grams cream cheese
- 120 ml heavy cream
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice
- 2 tablespoons dill
- 1 teaspoon gelatin powder
- 2 tablespoons boiling water
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
Directions
Step 1
Add smoked salmon to the bowl of a food processor and process until finely chopped.
Step 2
Add cream cheese, heavy cream, lemon juice, fresh dill, salt, and black pepper to the food processor. Blend until smooth and creamy.
Step 3
In a small bowl, dissolve the gelatin powder in boiling water. Stir well until completely dissolved.
Step 4
While the food processor is running, slowly pour the dissolved gelatin into the salmon mixture. Blend for an additional 30 seconds to thoroughly incorporate.
Step 5
Taste the mixture and adjust salt and pepper, if necessary.
Step 6
Transfer the mousse to a serving bowl or individual ramekins, smoothing the surface with a spatula.
Step 7
Chill the mousse in the refrigerator for at least 2 hours, or until set and firm.
Step 8
Serve the salmon mousse with crackers, vegetable sticks, or toasted baguette slices. Garnish with extra dill, if desired.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (619.2g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 1443.2 |
| Total Fat 126.2g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 71.3g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 5.3g | |
| Cholesterol 393.2mg | 0% |
| Sodium 3280.1mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 15.3g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 0.4g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 9.3g | |
| Protein 53.5g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 1368IU | 0% |
| Calcium 257.0mg | 0% |
| Iron 2.5mg | 0% |
| Potassium 729.4mg | 0% |
Source of Calories