Smoked Salmon Rilettes

Indulge in the luxurious creaminess of Smoked Salmon Rillettes, a sophisticated yet surprisingly simple appetizer that’s perfect for entertaining. This recipe combines the rich flavors of smoked salmon and tender flaked cooked salmon with the tangy brightness of crème fraîche, zesty lemon, and the subtle heat of Dijon mustard. Fresh dill and chives add a fragrant herbal touch, while softened butter creates a smooth, spreadable texture. Ready in just 15 minutes with no cooking required, this elegant spread makes an impressive addition to any charcuterie board or appetizer platter. Serve it chilled or at room temperature with crusty bread, crackers, or crisp vegetable crudités for a crowd-pleasing starter that’s guaranteed to wow. Perfect for special occasions or casual gatherings, these rillettes deliver gourmet flavor with minimal effort.

Nutriscore Rating: 51/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:0 mins

Total Time:15 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 200 g Smoked salmon
• 100 g Cooked salmon (flaked)
• 50 g Unsalted butter (softened)
• 50 g Crème fraîche
• 2 tbsp Lemon juice
• 1 tsp Lemon zest
• 1 tsp Dijon mustard
• 2 tbsp Fresh dill (chopped)
• 2 tbsp Chives (chopped)
• 0.25 tsp Salt
• 0.25 tsp Black pepper
• 0 optional Crusty bread or crackers (for serving)

Directions

Step 1

Place the smoked salmon, cooked salmon, and softened butter in a medium-sized mixing bowl.

Step 2

Using a fork, flake the smoked salmon into smaller pieces and mix it with the butter until well combined.

Step 3

Add the crème fraîche, lemon juice, lemon zest, Dijon mustard, fresh dill, and chives to the bowl.

Step 4

Stir the mixture gently until all the ingredients are evenly distributed and the texture is creamy but slightly chunky.

Step 5

Season with salt and black pepper, adjusting to taste.

Step 6

Transfer the rillettes to a serving bowl or ramekin and cover tightly with plastic wrap.

Step 7

Refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to allow the flavors to meld together.

Step 8

Serve chilled or at room temperature with crusty bread, crackers, or vegetable crudités.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(490.3g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1146.2

Total Fat 85.9g	0%
Saturated Fat 44.3g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.0g
Cholesterol 273.2mg	0%
Sodium 2377.8mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 29.7g	0%
Dietary Fiber 1.6g	0%
Total Sugars 3.3g
Protein 64.3g	0%

Vitamin D 1962.6IU	0%
Calcium 116.4mg	0%
Iron 3.7mg	0%
Potassium 880.4mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 67.3%

Protein: 22.4%

Carbs: 10.3%