Vegetarian Smoked Salmon and Cream Cheese Bread

Experience the delightful twist of this *Vegetarian Smoked Salmon and Cream Cheese Bread*, a creative take on a classic flavor combination. Perfect for brunch or as a savory snack, this recipe features tender marinated carrot strips that emulate smoked salmon, infused with a smoky and umami-rich marinade of soy sauce, liquid smoke, and seaweed flakes. Blended into a soft, cream cheese-enriched bread batter and complemented by fragrant chives, this loaf offers a satisfying balance of flavors and textures. Easy to make and completely vegetarian, this dish is as visually impressive as it is delicious. Serve each slice with an extra smear of cream cheese for a truly indulgent treat that’s sure to wow at any gathering!

Nutriscore Rating: 58/100

Prep Time:30 mins

Cook Time:50 mins

Total Time:80 mins

Servings: 8

Ingredients

• 4 large carrots
• 2 tablespoons soy sauce
• 1 teaspoon liquid smoke
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 tablespoon dried seaweed flakes
• 3 cups all-purpose flour
• 1 tablespoon baking powder
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 2 tablespoons sugar
• 8 ounces cream cheese
• 1 cup milk
• 1 large egg
• 2 tablespoons chives

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.

Step 2

Peel the carrots and slice them thinly lengthwise using a vegetable peeler to create wide strips resembling smoked salmon.

Step 3

In a large bowl, whisk together the soy sauce, liquid smoke, olive oil, and seaweed flakes.

Step 4

Add the carrot slices to the marinade, ensuring they are well-coated. Let them marinate for at least 15 minutes.

Step 5

Transfer the marinated carrots onto the prepared baking sheet and bake in the preheated oven for about 15-20 minutes or until they become tender but not too crispy. Set aside to cool.

Step 6

In a large mixing bowl, combine the flour, baking powder, salt, and sugar. Mix well.

Step 7

In a separate bowl, beat the cream cheese until smooth. Add milk and the egg, mixing until completely combined.

Step 8

Gradually add the wet ingredients to the dry ingredients, stirring until just combined. Be careful not to overmix.

Step 9

Fold in the baked carrot strips and chopped chives gently into the batter.

Step 10

Grease a loaf pan and pour the batter into it, smoothing the top with a spatula.

Step 11

Bake in the preheated oven for 50 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center of the bread comes out clean.

Step 12

Remove from oven and let it cool in the pan for about 10 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.

Step 13

Slice the bread and serve it as is or with an additional spread of cream cheese for extra indulgence.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1292.2g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2837.6

Total Fat 123.5g	0%
Saturated Fat 55.9g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 8.5g
Cholesterol 470.5mg	0%
Sodium 6005.7mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 360.9g	0%
Dietary Fiber 18.4g	0%
Total Sugars 60.4g
Protein 71.9g	0%

Vitamin D 161.1IU	0%
Calcium 714.9mg	0%
Iron 19.6mg	0%
Potassium 2204.3mg	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: 39.1%

Protein: 10.1%

Carbs: 50.8%