Smoked Salmon Crostini

Smoked Salmon Crostini is an elegant and flavorful appetizer featuring crispy toasted baguette slices topped with a creamy dill and cream cheese spread, thinly sliced smoked salmon, and garnished with capers, red onion, and fresh dill. It’s perfect for brunch, cocktail parties, or a light starter.

For the Crostini

1 baguette (sliced into 1/2-inch thick rounds)

2 tbsp olive oil

1 clove garlic (halved, for rubbing)

For the Creamy Spread

8 oz cream cheese (softened)

¼ cup sour cream

1 tbsp lemon juice

1 tsp lemon zest

1 tbsp fresh dill (chopped)

1 tsp salt

¼ tsp black pepper

For Topping

6 oz smoked salmon (thinly sliced)

2 tbsp capers

¼ small red onion (thinly sliced)

Extra fresh dill (for garnish)

Lemon wedges (for serving)

Prepare the Crostini

Preheat Oven:
- Set the oven to 375°F (190°C).
Slice and Toast:
- Arrange the baguette slices on a baking sheet and brush lightly with olive oil.
- Bake for 8-10 minutes, flipping halfway, until golden and crisp.
Rub with Garlic:
- While warm, rub each toasted slice with the cut side of a garlic clove for added flavor.

Make the Cream Cheese Spread

Mix Ingredients:
- In a bowl, combine cream cheese, sour cream, lemon juice, lemon zest, dill, salt, and black pepper.
Blend Until Smooth:
- Mix until creamy and well combined. Adjust seasoning if needed.

Assemble the Crostini

Spread the Creamy Mixture:
- Generously spread the cream cheese mixture over each toasted baguette slice.
Add Smoked Salmon:
- Layer thin slices of smoked salmon on top of the spread.
Garnish:
- Sprinkle with capers, thinly sliced red onion, and fresh dill.

Serving Suggestions

Serve immediately with lemon wedges on the side.
Pair with sparkling wine or a crisp white wine like Sauvignon Blanc.

Pro Tips

Extra Crispy Crostini: Let the toasted baguette cool completely before adding toppings to maintain crispiness.
Make Ahead: Prepare the cream cheese spread in advance and refrigerate for up to 2 days.
Alternative Spread: Substitute goat cheese for a tangier flavor.

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