Endive Boats with Smoked Salmon
Elevate your appetizer game with these elegant Endive Boats with Smoked Salmon—perfect for any gathering or as a light, no-cook starter. Crisp and slightly bitter Belgian endive leaves form the perfect edible vessel for a savory filling of creamy dill-scented cream cheese, zesty lemon, and a touch of black pepper. Topped with silky smoked salmon, briny capers, and a sprinkle of fresh chives, these bite-sized delights combine bold flavors and contrasting textures with stunning presentation. Ready in just 15 minutes, this crowd-pleasing recipe is gluten-free, low-carb, and ideal for entertaining. Serve them on a platter for a visually striking addition to your party spread or as a sophisticated amuse-bouche.
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Ingredients
- 3 heads Belgian endive
- 120 grams Smoked salmon
- 100 grams Cream cheese
- 2 tablespoons Dill (fresh, chopped)
- 1 teaspoon Lemon zest
- 1 teaspoon Lemon juice
- 1 tablespoon Capers
- 1 tablespoon Chives (fresh, finely chopped)
- 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
Directions
Step 1
Carefully remove the leaves from the Belgian endive, keeping them whole. Rinse and pat dry using a clean kitchen towel or paper towel.
Step 2
In a small mixing bowl, combine the cream cheese, chopped dill, lemon zest, lemon juice, and black pepper. Mix well until smooth and evenly combined.
Step 3
Spoon a small dollop of the cream cheese mixture into the base of each endive leaf.
Step 4
Cut the smoked salmon into small bite-sized pieces and gently place a piece on top of the cream cheese in each leaf.
Step 5
Add one or two capers onto each endive boat for a burst of salty flavor.
Step 6
Sprinkle the finely chopped chives over the filled endive boats for a fresh garnish.
Step 7
Arrange the endive boats on a serving platter and serve immediately as a light appetizer.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (496.2g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 545.2 |
| Total Fat 40.3g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 21.4g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 2.7g | |
| Cholesterol 128.6mg | 0% |
| Sodium 1390.8mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 18.0g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 10.4g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 4.9g | |
| Protein 31.3g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 820.8IU | 0% |
| Calcium 187.7mg | 0% |
| Iron 2.6mg | 0% |
| Potassium 866.0mg | 0% |
Source of Calories