The other day I had to prepare a last minute healthy snackboard for a somewhat unexpected supper.
A manic pantry and fridge search turned up a tub of natural pot set yoghurt, a can of salmon, a 50g packet of smoked salmon, caperberries and dill, which I keep chopped in the freezer. Perfect for a healthy dip!
Bursting with tangy flavour from the capers , the dip can be whizzed up in no time and is a healthy low fat alternative to store bought ones, which are normally cream cheese based and can contain various additives.
The dip was so good there was no leftovers. Luckily, I saved half a batch for our pleasure and used it to top hard boiled eggs for breakfast the next day. Deliciousness.
Makes 2 cups / for 4-6 people as a snack
Smoked salmon dip
The dip is quick to make and goes well with eggs or even mixed in with cold pasta for a tasty salad. Low in fat and additives, it is a nutritious alternative to store bought dips.
- 200g natural pot set yoghurt
- 210g can of pink or red salmon, drained
- 50g smoked salmon
- 2 sprigs spring onion
- 2 tbsp capers + 1 tbsp caper juice
- 1 tbsp chopped dill
- pepper to taste
To make the dip: chop smoked salmon and spring onions into small pieces. Break up canned salmon with a fork. Place all ingredients in a bowl and mix thoroughly. Season wit pepper to taste. Chill until needed.
To serve: place in a serving bowl and serve with water crackers, toasted bread or as a topping for hard boiled eggs or even pasta.
Tip: the dip will keep in an airtight container in the fridge for 2 days.
20 comments
I LOVE salmon dip and this looks easy enough for even to me to make…
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And it is that simple! Enjoy :-)
For being unprepared you were very prepared! :)
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Haha I ALWAYS have canned tuna and salmon on hand – great for snacking :-)
Oh yum! The last photo is stunning. LOVE it!
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Thanks Penny! It tasted as good as it looked too!
I would eat this for lunch or dinner. It sounds delicious. I must try it as I also think my boys would love it.
I like that. It’s cheaper to use half and half on the salmon and so artful! Great recipe.
I haven’t tried it before with a yogurt but I did with mayonnaise. I usually prepare salmon for our lunch time and now I can create a new dish for salmon with the help of your recipe.
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Thanks! Glad I could help – yoghurt is much lower in calories than mayo too, and higher in calcium. Win win!
This dip looks amazing – especially on the egg. I often substitute different kinds of cream with yoghurt. I can never taste the difference, and you don’t get all the guilt.
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Exactly! I’ve been trying to use more and more yoghurt instead of sour cream recently… Guilt free snacking rocks!
Love the simplicity of the recipe. I was just looking for a satisfactory seafood dip recipe yesterday and could find one…problem no solved! :-)
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Wow, what a coincidence! Hope you enjoy it!
oh, yummo. this dip is right up my alley. i might make this soon.
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I thoroughly recommend Laura – great as a breaky spread on your bagels too!
Just tried it this morning.It was SUPERB! LOVE IT! Added a pinch of chili powder – perfect for this winter day!
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Oooh yum – chilli sounds like a great addition. Glad you enjoyed it!
Delicious, I am definitely going to try this, thanks!
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