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Smoked Salmon Mousse recipe

Smoked Salmon Mousse

A light touch of smoked salmon, velvety texture and brightness of herbs creates a sophisticated topping for all types of canape or as a stand-alone dip.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Total Time 15 minutes
Servings: 30 people
Course: Appetizer
Cuisine: American

Ingredients
  

  • 4 oz smoked salmon more or less depending on taste
  • 1-2 tbsp cream
  • 8 oz cream cheese
  • 1/2 lemon juiced
  • 1 tbsp fresh dill, chopped
  • 1 tbsp fresh flat parsley, chopped
  • 1 tbsp fresh chives, chopped
  • 1/4 tsp salt
  • 1/4 tsp ground pepper

Equipment

  • Food processor

Method
 

  1. Place salmon in food processor with standard cutting blade and pulse until a fine paste.
  2. Add herbs and blend until mixed in. Use a spatula to scrape down sides so well mixed.
  3. Add cream cheese, lemon juice, salt and pepper. Add 1 tbsp cream. Blend until light and fluffy. Add more cream 1 tbsp at a time to thin as desired.
  4. Taste test and adjust for more herbs, salt and or pepper to taste at this time.
  5. If the mixture seems too thick, you can add a bit more cream to thin out (no more than a tablespoon at a time). You want it to be thick enough to hold shape as a topper. Or can thin it more if using as a dip.
  6. Refrigerate for several hours to allow for flavors to combine. I put mine in a gallon size food storage bag, so I can later use like a pastry bag.

Notes

  • You can adjust the amount of smoked salmon to create a lighter or deeper flavor (especially depending on the smoke salmon you purchase, some are rather strong.)
  • I'm not a fan of reduce fat cream cheese - but if you must...
  • Vegetarian alternative: omit the salmon and reduce the cream by 1 tbsp to create a cream cheese mousse. Or a super easy cheat - you can buy whipped cream cheese and just add herbs.