Smoked Salmon and Cream Cheese Dip Platter

Prep Time: 10 minutes
Total Time: 10 minutes
Servings: 4
What is One Serving: About 1/4 of the platter
Calories & Macros per Serving: Calories: 220 Fat: 18g Carbs: 4g Protein: 11g

Ingredients:

• 8 oz cream cheese (softened)

• 4 oz smoked salmon, thinly sliced

• 1/4 red onion, thinly sliced

• 4 radishes, thinly sliced

• 1 tbsp capers

Optional:

• Cherry tomatoes (halved)

• Fresh dill or parsley (chopped)

• Lemon zest or juice

• Everything bagel seasoning

• Sliced cucumber

• Crushed black pepper

For Serving:

• Crackers, sliced baguette, or veggie sticks (cucumber, carrot)

Instructions:

1. Spread Cheese: Evenly spread cream cheese on a serving platter, creating smooth swirls with the back of a spoon.

2. Layer Salmon: Arrange smoked salmon slices over the cream cheese.

3. Add Veggies: Top with thinly sliced onion, radishes, and capers.

4. Garnish: Sprinkle with optional ingredients like dill, parsley, lemon zest, or everything bagel seasoning. Arrange cherry tomatoes and cucumber slices around the edges.

5. Serve: Pair with crackers, baguette slices, or veggie sticks.

Tips:

• Quick Soften: Soften cream cheese quickly at room temperature or microwave for 10-15 seconds.

• Extra Flavor: Drizzle with olive oil or lemon juice before serving.

• Make Ahead: Can be prepared ahead and refrigerated up to 2 hours; garnish just before serving.