Description
A simple and creamy dip featuring smoked salmon, cream cheese, sour cream, and fresh herbs, perfect for parties or as an appetizer.
Ingredients
- 8 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1/2 cup sour cream (or Greek yogurt)
- 4 oz smoked salmon, flaked (or finely chopped)
- 2 tbsp fresh dill, chopped, plus more for garnish
- 1 tbsp fresh chives, chopped, plus more for garnish
- 1 tbsp lemon juice
- 1/2 tsp garlic powder (or 1 clove minced fresh garlic)
- Salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
- Crackers, baguette slices, or vegetable sticks for serving
Instructions
- In a medium bowl, beat the softened cream cheese until smooth.
- Add the sour cream, lemon juice, garlic powder, salt, and pepper. Beat until well combined and creamy.
- Gently fold in the flaked smoked salmon, chopped dill, and chopped chives. Be careful not to overmix to maintain some texture from the salmon.
- Taste and adjust seasonings as needed.
- Transfer the dip to a serving bowl. Cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to allow the flavors to meld.
- Garnish with additional fresh dill and chives before serving.
- Serve with crackers, toasted baguette slices, or your favorite fresh vegetables.
Notes
- For a tangier dip, use Greek yogurt instead of sour cream.
- If using fresh garlic instead of powder, mince it finely.
- Refrigerating the dip allows the flavors to fully develop.
- Do not overmix after adding the salmon to keep some texture.