Smoked salmon is a holiday favorite, bringing rich flavors, elegant appeal, and a bit of sophistication to the Christmas table. Whether you’re looking for appetizers, main dishes, or unique ways to elevate your breakfast spread, these 20 Smoked Salmon Recipes perfect for Christmas will have you covered.
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- Why Smoked Salmon is Perfect for Christmas
- Tips for Serving Smoked Salmon at Christmas
- APPETIZERS
- Smoked Salmon Canapes
- Smoked Salmon and Avocado Tartare
- Smoked Salmon Wreath
- Smoked Salmon Platter
- Savoury Choux Buns with Smoked Salmon
- Smoked Salmon and Goat Cheese Appetizer
- Smoked Salmon Crostini
- Smoked Salmon Dip
- Smoked Salmon Caviar Appetizer
- Easy Smoked Salmon Tart
- Smoked Salmon, Crackers And Cream Cheese Platter
- Smoked Salmon and Cream Cheese Bites
- Smoked Salmon Cucumber Bites
- MAIN COURSES
- Smoked Salmon Ricotta Ravioli
- Smoked Salmon Pasta Rolls
- Smoked Salmon Crepes
- Creamy Smoked Salmon Pasta with Mascarpone & Peas
- Smoked Salmon Pasta with Cream Cheese
- Citrus Smoked Salmon Salad with Sweet Orange Mustard Vinaigrette
- Smoked Salmon Flatbread
- FAQs about Smoked Salmon
Why Smoked Salmon is Perfect for Christmas
Smoked salmon is both flavorful and versatile, making it a great ingredient for festive meals. It’s packed with omega-3 fatty acids, adds a touch of luxury to your table, and pairs wonderfully with holiday classics like cream cheese, fresh herbs, and crisp vegetables. These recipes are designed to help you make the most of smoked salmon’s unique taste, offering ideas for every meal and occasion over the Christmas holiday.
Tips for Serving Smoked Salmon at Christmas
- Choose High-Quality Smoked Salmon
For the best flavor, opt for high-quality smoked salmon. Look for a brand you trust, and try to find wild-caught salmon when possible. - Pair with Fresh Herbs and Citrus
Fresh herbs like dill, parsley, and chives complement smoked salmon beautifully. A squeeze of lemon juice or zest adds brightness. - Keep the Presentation Simple
Smoked salmon has a beautiful color and texture on its own. Arrange it on platters with minimal decoration, using garnishes like lemon slices or dill sprigs. - Balance Richness with Lighter Ingredients
Smoked salmon is rich, so pair it with lighter ingredients such as cucumber, arugula, and radishes. This balance keeps dishes from feeling too heavy.
APPETIZERS
Smoked Salmon Canapes
These smoked salmon canapés with cream cheese and lemon zest are the perfect bite-sized appetizers to elevate any holiday gathering. With their fresh, creamy flavor and elegant presentation, these canapés are sure to impress guests and add a touch of sophistication to your table.
Smoked Salmon and Avocado Tartare
Smoked salmon avocado tartare is a fresh and flavorful appetizer that combines the creaminess of avocado with the rich, smoky taste of salmon. Perfect for special occasions, this elegant dish is easy to prepare and adds a refined touch to your holiday spread.
Smoked Salmon Wreath
This Smoked Salmon Wreath will make a stunning centrepiece for your festive table. Served with a delicious herb and yoghurt sauce, this easy salad is a quick, no-cook, elegant dish. It is a perfect starter for a heavier meal to follow and ideal for entertaining over the Christmas season.
Smoked Salmon Platter
Whether you are serving brunch or an appetizer, this easy Smoked Salmon Platter is the perfect plate! Learn exactly how to create this charcuterie-style smoked salmon with onions, capers, dill and all the right toppings for loading onto bagels or crostini.
Serve thinly sliced smoked salmon with all the best and tastiest accompaniments – and make it beautiful!
Everyone at the party will be able to make their own bagel (or crostini) with lox or smoked salmon – exactly the way they like it.
Savoury Choux Buns with Smoked Salmon
Airy, fairly giant savoury choux buns with smoked salmon and the lightest filling of crème fraîche, grated apple and lemon - without the cream cheese. An elegant way to serve smoked salmon as a dinner party starter or appetizer - or as canapés for parties.
Smoked Salmon and Goat Cheese Appetizer
Smoked salmon and goat cheese appetizers couldn’t be easier. If you want a last minute appetizer that will still impress, this is the recipe for you.
Smoked Salmon Crostini
These simple but delicious Smoked Salmon Crostini are the perfect snack or appetizer for any gathering! Perfect for baby showers, bridal showers and the holidays!
They are also perfect for holiday get togethers!
These simple but delicious Smoked Salmon Crostini are the perfect snack or appetizer for any gathering! Perfect for baby showers, bridal showers and the holidays!
Smoked Salmon Dip
Growing tired of the same old meatball or dip appetizer when throwing a party? This Smoked Salmon Dip is elegant, packed with flavor and super simple to throw together.
Smoked Salmon Caviar Appetizer
Time to get fancy with this delicious smoked salmon caviar appetizer. Perfect to serve for Thanksgiving, Christmas or New Year's Eve, this simple recipe is sure to impress your guests.
Easy Smoked Salmon Tart
This easy Smoked Salmon Tart will add a touch of sophistication to your lunch, brunch, or any celebration! A light and flaky puff pastry crust gets layered with a lemon caper cream cheese and buttery smoked salmon for a simple yet elegant tart that's perfect for special occasions and is ready in 30 minutes!
This simple puff pastry tart is a crowd-pleasing recipe that can be served as a light meal, snack, or fancy hors d'oeuvres.
Light and flaky puff pastry gets topped with a tangy cream cheese mixture and salty smoked salmon for a simple, yet elegant tart that's guaranteed to impress.
Smoked Salmon, Crackers And Cream Cheese Platter
Smoked salmon makes a delicious appetizer for almost any occasion and this smoked salmon, crackers and cream cheese platter is no exception. An easy to make smoked salmon platter lets everyone garnish their own salmon appetizer bites. Luxurious yet simple, this appetizer board is quick and easy, can be made ahead and is easy to transport too.
Smoked Salmon and Cream Cheese Bites
Smoked salmon and cream cheese pairs perfectly with a briny olive and tangy lemon. It's a great combination! Bonus? It only take 10 minutes to make!
Smoked Salmon Cucumber Bites
Impress your guests with these easy and delicious smoked salmon cucumber bites. With a light and refreshing flavor, they are the perfect healthy appetizer for any occasion.
MAIN COURSES
Smoked Salmon Ricotta Ravioli
Smoked salmon and ricotta ravioli brings together delicate homemade pasta with a rich, creamy filling of smoked salmon and ricotta. This luxurious dish makes an impressive main course, ideal for festive gatherings and holiday dinners.
Smoked Salmon Pasta Rolls
These divine baked smoked salmon pasta rosettes make a great dish to impress guests. Based on a traditional pasta bake from Emilia-Romagna, this recipe calls for lasagne sheets, stracchino (crescenza) cheese, smoked salmon (if possible sockeye salmon), parsley, béchamel and grated Parmigiano. Perfect as an appetizer, starter or main course.
Smoked Salmon Crepes
Smoked Salmon Crepes have gently scrambled eggs with smoked salmon and shallot in delicate crepes with a creamy white wine béchamel sauce. This salmon crepe recipe is special and elegant, yet easy and approachable. Both the white wine sauce and crepes can be made in advance, and the decadent smoked salmon scrambled egg filling is ready in minutes.
Creamy Smoked Salmon Pasta with Mascarpone & Peas
Creamy Smoked Salmon Pasta with Mascarpone & Peas– an easy meal you will make often! This dish may sound fancy until you see it takes about 30 minutes to prepare!
Smoked Salmon Pasta with Cream Cheese
This Pasta with hot-smoked Salmon and Cream Cheese is a creamy, flavorful dish that is ready in just 20 minutes. It's a simple dinner that feels indulgent without much effort.
Citrus Smoked Salmon Salad with Sweet Orange Mustard Vinaigrette
Grab a bowl because all you need is 15 minutes to put together this beautiful, fresh, and incredibly healthy Citrus Smoked Salmon Salad with Sweet Orange Mustard Vinaigrette.
This smoked salmon salad is so super easy to make and it’s even healthier. There is NO cooking, NO need for a million pots or pans, and no guilt after.
Smoked Salmon Flatbread
This smoked salmon flatbread is going to be one of the fastest dishes you’ve ever made. Quickly bake your flatbread for about five minutes, then assemble. That’s it!
It has a great combination of flavors: cold smoked salmon, dill infused cream cheese, capers, fresh tomatoes, arugula and a nice squeeze of lemon juice. It’s like your bagels and lox taken to the next level!
FAQs about Smoked Salmon
Smoked salmon typically lasts for about 5-7 days in the fridge. Be sure to store it in an airtight container.
Yes, you can freeze smoked salmon. Wrap it tightly in plastic wrap and place it in a freezer-safe bag. It will last up to 6 months in the freezer.
Cold-smoked salmon is cured and smoked at a lower temperature, giving it a delicate, silky texture. Hot-smoked salmon is cooked at a higher temperature, resulting in a flaky texture and a stronger smoky flavor.
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