Creamy Dill Cucumber Salmon Baguette

Name: Creamy Dill Cucumber Salmon Baguette
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 5 min
Total time: 20 min
Yield: 2 servings (4 pieces)
Cuisine: Deutsch
Ingredients: 4 slices baguette, cut on a diagonal; 4 oz cream cheese, softened; 1 tbsp fresh dill, chopped, plus more for garnish; 1 tsp capers, chopped; Zest of 1/2 lemon; 4 oz smoked salmon; 1/2 English cucumber, thinly sliced or ribboned; 1/4 red onion, very thinly sliced

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This Creamy Dill Cucumber Salmon Baguette is the epitome of a simple yet sophisticated lunch or appetizer. Slices of crusty baguette are lightly toasted and slathered with a homemade spread of cream cheese mixed with fresh dill, lemon zest, and capers for a bright, tangy flavor. They're then topped with silky slices of smoked salmon, crisp ribbons of cucumber, and thin rings of red onion. A final grind of black pepper and a tiny sprig of dill complete the picture. It's a classic combination of flavors that feels light, refreshing, and incredibly satisfying. Perfect for a bridal shower, a quick yet impressive weeknight dinner, or as part of a brunch spread, these open-faced sandwiches are as beautiful as they are delicious.

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Open-faced sandwiches with salmon, cucumber, and cream cheese on baguette

Prep Time15 min

Cook Time5 min

Servings2 servings (4 pieces)

DifficultyEasy

Equipment

Toaster or ovenSmall bowlVegetable peeler

Ingredients

4 slices baguette, cut on a diagonal4 oz cream cheese, softened1 tbsp fresh dill, chopped, plus more for garnish1 tsp capers, choppedZest of 1/2 lemon4 oz smoked salmon1/2 English cucumber, thinly sliced or ribboned1/4 red onion, very thinly sliced

Instructions

1
Lightly toast the baguette slices until crisp on the edges but still slightly soft inside.
2
In a small bowl, mix softened cream cheese, dill, capers, and lemon zest until combined.
3
Spread a generous layer of the herbed cream cheese on each toasted baguette slice.
4
Top each slice with a fold of smoked salmon, several slices/ribbons of cucumber, and a few rings of red onion.
5
Garnish with an extra sprinkle of fresh dill and a crack of black pepper. Serve immediately.

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RECIPE BY

Leckere Rezepte

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