The Featured Table: Smoked Salmon Toasts with Herbed Cream Cheese
The holiday season is here, and with it comes the joyful hustle and bustle of gatherings, decorating, and planning. Amid the flurry of activity, we’re celebrating the beauty of simplicity with this week’s Featured Table: Smoked Salmon Toasts with Herbed Cream Cheese.
This recipe is perfect for a quick, delicious breakfast or lunch on the go. It’s elegant enough for a holiday brunch yet effortless enough for any weekday meal. Plus, it makes use of local treasures like fresh sourdough bread from Out of the Oven Bakery in White Stone, adding a heartfelt touch to this easy dish.
Smoked Salmon Toasts Recipe
Ingredients:
- 2 slices of fresh sourdough bread, toasted
- 4 oz cream cheese, softened
- 2 tbsp Greek yogurt
- Zest of 1 lemon
- Juice of ½ a lemon, plus more for serving
- 1 tbsp fresh dill, plus extra for garnish
- 1 tbsp Italian parsley, chopped
- A handful of smoked salmon slices
- Pickled red onion slices
- Capers
- A few leaves of fresh mint, chopped
- Freshly cracked black pepper, to taste
Directions:
- Prepare the Herbed Cream Cheese:
In a food processor, combine the softened cream cheese, Greek yogurt, lemon zest, lemon juice, dill, and parsley. Blend just until smooth and creamy. Adjust seasoning to taste. - Assemble the Toasts:
- Generously spread the herbed cream cheese over each slice of toasted sourdough.
- Layer on the smoked salmon, ensuring even coverage.
- Top with pickled red onion slices, a sprinkle of capers, fresh dill, parsley, and mint.
- Finish with Cracked Pepper:
Add a generous crack of fresh black pepper over the top to enhance the flavors. - Serve:
Squeeze a touch of fresh lemon juice over the toasts for a burst of brightness. Serve immediately and enjoy the vibrant flavors!
A Moment to Savor
During this busy season, it’s important to pause and savor simple yet special moments. Whether you’re enjoying these toasts solo with a cup of coffee before starting your day or sharing them with loved ones during a holiday brunch, they’re a reminder that slowing down can be just as rewarding as keeping up.
We hope this recipe inspires you to gather around the table and make delicious memories this holiday season.
Happy holidays from all of us at August Table!