Description
These smoked salmon balls are a delicious, creamy appetizer packed with flavor, perfect for parties and gatherings.
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 ounces smoked salmon, finely chopped
- 8 ounces cream cheese, softened
- 1/2 cup finely chopped chives
- 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
- 1 teaspoon lemon juice
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 cup finely chopped nuts (such as pecans or walnuts) for coating
- Optional: capers for garnish
Instructions
- Combine cream cheese, smoked salmon, chives, Dijon mustard, lemon juice, garlic powder, and black pepper in a mixing bowl.
- Taste and adjust the seasoning if necessary.
- Scoop portions of the mixture and roll into small balls.
- Roll each ball in the chopped nuts to coat evenly.
- Place a caper on top of each ball for garnish if desired.
- Chill in the refrigerator for at least 15 minutes before serving.
Notes
For a healthier twist, replace cream cheese with Greek yogurt or cottage cheese. Ensure to let the balls chill well for the perfect texture.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: No cooking involved
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 8g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 40mg