Vegetarian Smoked Salmon on Toast

Transform your breakfast or brunch table with this delightful Vegetarian Smoked Salmon on Toast recipe, a plant-based twist on a beloved classic! Made with tender, marinated carrot strips infused with the smoky essence of liquid smoke, seaweed, and a tangy apple cider vinegar blend, this dish mimics the flavors and texture of traditional smoked salmon. Served on perfectly toasted sourdough or whole-grain bread slathered with creamy, herbaceous dill cream cheese, and topped with a bright medley of capers, fresh chives, and a touch of lemon zest, this meal is both elegant and satisfying. Perfect for vegans, vegetarians, or those looking to explore new and creative takes on classic flavors, this easy-to-make recipe is sure to impress.

Nutriscore Rating: 55/100

Prep Time:30 mins

Cook Time:45 mins

Total Time:75 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 3 large carrots
• 2 tablespoons sea salt
• 1 teaspoon liquid smoke
• 2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 nori sheet
• 4 whole grain or sourdough bread slices
• 100 grams cream cheese
• 2 tablespoons fresh dill, chopped
• 1 tablespoon capers
• 1 zest and juice lemon
• 2 tablespoons fresh chives, chopped

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).

Step 2

Peel the carrots into long, thin strips using a vegetable peeler.

Step 3

In a bowl, combine the sea salt, liquid smoke, apple cider vinegar, and olive oil to make the marinade.

Step 4

Crumble the nori sheet into the marinade and mix well.

Step 5

Add the carrot strips to the marinade, ensuring they are well-coated, then place them in a baking dish.

Step 6

Cover the baking dish with foil, place it in the oven, and bake for 25-30 minutes until the carrots are tender.

Step 7

Once done, remove from the oven and allow the carrot lox to cool in the marinade for an additional 15 minutes to enhance flavor.

Step 8

While the carrots are baking, prepare the cream cheese spread by mixing the cream cheese with chopped dill, lemon zest, and a squeeze of lemon juice.

Step 9

Toast the bread slices until golden brown.

Step 10

Spread a generous layer of the dill cream cheese onto each slice of toast.

Step 11

Lay the cooled carrot lox strips on top of the cream cheese spread.

Step 12

Garnish with capers, a sprinkle of fresh chives, and an extra squeeze of lemon juice if desired.

Step 13

Serve immediately and enjoy your Vegetarian Smoked Salmon on Toast!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(637.8g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1125.5

Total Fat 69.4g	0%
Saturated Fat 25.5g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 4.2g
Cholesterol 101mg	0%
Sodium 15337.5mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 106.1g	0%
Dietary Fiber 18.9g	0%
Total Sugars 23.6g
Protein 25.9g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 426.3mg	0%
Iron 7.1mg	0%
Potassium 1302.4mg	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: 54.2%

Protein: 9.0%

Carbs: 36.8%