Savory Smoked Salmon Crackers That Wow Your Guests

These Smoked Salmon Crackers are no-cook appetizers that elevate any gathering with creamy, smoky, and crunchy textures.

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Prep Time 15

Total Time 15

Servings: 6 crackers

Course: APPETIZERS

Cuisine: International

Calories: 150

Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients

For the Cream Cheese Base

8 ounces Cream Cheese use low-fat for a lighter option
1/2 cup Basil Pesto can be homemade or store-bought

For the Toppings

12 pieces Crackers opt for gluten-free if necessary
8 ounces Smoked Salmon can substitute with lox
1 medium Cucumber sliced
2 tablespoons Capers for garnishing
1 tablespoon Fresh Dill use other herbs like chives as alternatives
to taste Flaky Sea Salt optional, skip if sodium is a concern

Equipment

mixing bowl
spreading knife
Serving Platter

Method

How to Make Smoked Salmon Crackers

Combine the softened cream cheese and basil pesto in a medium bowl until smooth and creamy.
Spread the cream cheese mixture thinly on each cracker.
Top each cracker with a slice of cucumber, a piece of smoked salmon, capers, and fresh dill.
Sprinkle with flaky sea salt if desired.
Store assembled crackers in the refrigerator until serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1crackerCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 10gProtein: 5gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 350mgPotassium: 200mgFiber: 1gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 200IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 30mg

Notes

Make the cream cheese mixture ahead but assemble crackers right before serving to avoid sogginess. Serve with toothpicks for easy handling.

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