Description
This Smoked Salmon Sandwich is a fresh and flavorful lunch option featuring layers of smoked salmon, crisp vegetables, and a tangy dill cream cheese spread on toasted whole grain or sourdough bread. Ready in just 10 minutes, it’s a simple yet elegant sandwich perfect for a quick meal or light dinner.
Ingredients
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Bread and Spread
- 2 slices of whole grain or sourdough bread (or sandwich rolls)
- 2 tablespoons cream cheese (or vegan cream cheese for dairy-free option)
- 1 tablespoon fresh dill, chopped (or 1 teaspoon dried dill)
- 1 teaspoon lemon juice
- Salt and pepper, to taste
Sandwich Fillings
- 4 oz smoked salmon
- 1 small cucumber, thinly sliced
- 1 small red onion, thinly sliced
- 1 small tomato, sliced
- Fresh lettuce (such as arugula or mixed greens)
- 1 tablespoon capers (optional)
Instructions
- Prepare the dill cream cheese spread: In a small bowl, combine the cream cheese, fresh dill, and lemon juice. Stir until smooth and well-mixed. Season with a pinch of salt and pepper to taste.
- Toast the bread: Toast the slices of bread or sandwich rolls until they are lightly golden and crispy. You can do this in a toaster, on a grill pan, or in the oven.
- Assemble the sandwich: Spread a generous layer of the dill cream cheese on one side of each slice of toasted bread.
- Add smoked salmon: On one slice of bread, layer the smoked salmon evenly.
- Layer vegetables: Add the thinly sliced cucumber, red onion, and tomato on top of the smoked salmon.
- Add capers and greens: Sprinkle capers on top if using, and add a handful of fresh lettuce or arugula.
- Finish the sandwich: Place the second slice of bread on top to complete the sandwich.
- Serve: Slice the sandwich in half and serve immediately with a side of chips, pickles, or a salad.
Notes
- You can use vegan cream cheese to make this sandwich dairy-free.
- Capers add a salty, tangy flavor but can be omitted if preferred.
- Try different types of bread like rye or multigrain for variation.
- Ensure the vegetables are sliced thinly to maintain balance of flavors and textures.
- For added spice, consider a light spread of horseradish or mustard underneath the cream cheese.
- Prep Time: 8 minutes
- Cook Time: 2 minutes
- Category: Lunch
- Method: Toasting
- Cuisine: American
