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Ultimate Smoked Salmon Crostini Platter

Three slices of crostini topped with cream cheese, smoked salmon, capers, lemon zest, and dill.
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Assemble an elegant platter of smoked salmon crostini using three distinct topping variations for a quick appetizer or brunch item.

Ingredients

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  • 1 baguette, sliced into 1/2-inch pieces
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 8 ounces smoked salmon, thinly sliced
  • 8 ounces cream cheese, softened
  • 1/4 cup fresh dill, chopped
  • 2 tablespoons capers, drained
  • 1 lemon, zested and juiced
  • 1 small red onion, thinly sliced
  • 4 ounces goat cheese, softened
  • 2 tablespoons chives, chopped

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit. Brush both sides of the baguette slices lightly with olive oil.
  2. Bake the bread slices for 8 to 10 minutes, turning once, until they are lightly golden and crisp. Set aside to cool.
  3. Prepare Topping 1 (Classic): In a small bowl, mix the softened cream cheese, half of the chopped dill, and half of the capers.
  4. Prepare Topping 2 (Tangy): In a separate bowl, combine the softened goat cheese with the lemon zest and half of the chopped chives.
  5. Prepare Topping 3 (Onion Relish): Mix the thinly sliced red onion with the lemon juice. Let it sit for 5 minutes to slightly soften the onion flavor.
  6. Assemble the crostini: Spread a layer of cream cheese mixture onto half of the toasted bread slices. Top each with a small piece of smoked salmon and a sprinkle of remaining capers.
  7. Spread a layer of goat cheese mixture onto the remaining bread slices. Top each with a small piece of smoked salmon and a sprinkle of remaining chives.
  8. Arrange the finished crostini on a platter. Place small piles of the lemon-soaked red onion on top of some pieces for an optional garnish.
  9. Serve immediately or cover and chill for up to 2 hours before serving.

Notes

  • For a richer flavor, you can lightly toast the baguette slices in a pan with butter instead of olive oil.
  • If you do not have fresh dill, use 1 teaspoon of dried dill in the cream cheese mixture.
  • You can substitute thinly sliced cucumber for the red onion if you prefer a milder flavor profile.

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