Kato's Tasty Salmon Cream Cheese Surprise
Delight your taste buds with "Kato's Tasty Salmon Cream Cheese Surprise," a mouthwatering blend of creamy indulgence and savory elegance. This easy-to-make recipe combines tender, oven-baked salmon with rich cream cheese, zesty lemon juice, and fragrant herbs like dill and chives, all brought together with a hint of garlic for a flavor-packed appetizer or snack. Perfectly suited for any occasion, this spread is a versatile treat that pairs beautifully with crisp baguette slices or your favorite crackers. Ready in under 30 minutes and serving up to four, it’s an effortless yet impressive dish that’s sure to become your go-to for entertaining or savoring solo. Whether served fresh or chilled, its balance of creamy texture and delicate seafood notes will leave everyone intrigued.
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Ingredients
- 500 grams salmon fillet
- 200 grams cream cheese, softened
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice, freshly squeezed
- 2 tablespoons dill, chopped
- 2 tablespoons chives, chopped
- 1 clove garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper, freshly ground
- 1 loaf/package baguette or crackers (optional, for serving)
Directions
Step 1
Preheat your oven to 200°C (400°F) and line a baking tray with parchment paper.
Step 2
Place the salmon fillet on the prepared tray. Drizzle it with olive oil and sprinkle with half of the salt and pepper.
Step 3
Bake the salmon for 10-12 minutes, or until it is cooked through and flakes easily with a fork. Let it cool completely.
Step 4
In a mixing bowl, combine the softened cream cheese, lemon juice, dill, chives, minced garlic, and the remaining salt and pepper.
Step 5
Flake the cooled salmon into small pieces using a fork, discarding any skin and bones.
Step 6
Add the flaked salmon to the cream cheese mixture and gently fold until evenly combined.
Step 7
Transfer the mixture to a serving dish or small bowl. For added presentation, you can garnish with a sprinkle of chopped chives or dill.
Step 8
Serve immediately with sliced baguette or crackers, or cover and refrigerate for up to 2 days.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (960.1g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 2759.8 |
| Total Fat 178.1g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 66.2g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 27.4g | |
| Cholesterol 566.4mg | 0% |
| Sodium 5483.2mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 129.7g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 4.7g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 10.0g | |
| Protein 158.5g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 2740IU | 0% |
| Calcium 317.3mg | 0% |
| Iron 8.6mg | 0% |
| Potassium 2787.0mg | 0% |
Source of Calories