Description
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A beautifully elegant and flavor-packed appetizer featuring toasted baguette slices topped with a bright lemon‑dill cream cheese spread, smoky salmon, and a trio of savory garnishes—perfect for brunches, parties, or anytime you want to impress with minimal effort.
Ingredients
Bread & Toasting
1 baguette, sliced diagonally about ½ inch thick
Extra‑virgin olive oil, for drizzling
Lemon‑Dill Cream Cheese Spread
Zest and juice of ½ lemon (about 1 tablespoon juice)
8 oz (227 g) cream cheese, softened
¼ cup chopped fresh dill, plus extra for garnish
¼ cup sliced chives
Toppings
8 oz smoked salmon
Whole‑grain mustard (for serving)
Capers (for serving)
1 small red onion, thinly sliced
Instructions
Toast the Crostini: Preheat oven to 350 °F (175 °C). Arrange baguette slices in a single layer on a baking sheet, drizzle lightly with olive oil, and bake until just golden and crisp—about 8–10 minutes.
Make the Spread: In a bowl, mix lemon zest, lemon juice (about 1 Tbsp), softened cream cheese, chopped dill, and chives. Whip with a handheld mixer on medium for about 2 minutes, until light and fluffy (or whisk thoroughly).
Assemble the Crostini: Spread a generous layer of the lemon‑dill cream cheese on each toasted slice. Top with folded smoked salmon, then add a small dab of whole‑grain mustard, capers, and thin red onion slices. Finish with a sprinkle of extra dill for colour and aroma
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Breakfast
