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Need an appetizer that looks like you tried really hard but actually took zero effort? Salmon crostini. Crispy little toasts, a schmear of lemony dill cream cheese, ribbons of smoked salmon, and a few briny pops of caper.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Ten minutes. No cooking. Everyone thinks you’re a hero. Let’s do this.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Ingredients<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<\/figure>\n\n\n\n
Makes 12-15 crostini.<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n
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1 French baguette, sliced into \u00bd-inch rounds (about 12-15 slices)<\/li>\n\n\n\n
\u00bc cup sour cream or Greek yogurt<\/li>\n\n\n\n
1 tablespoon fresh dill, chopped (plus more for garnish)<\/li>\n\n\n\n
1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice<\/li>\n\n\n\n
1 teaspoon lemon zest<\/li>\n\n\n\n
4 oz (115g) smoked salmon, sliced into thin ribbons<\/li>\n\n\n\n
2 tablespoons capers, drained<\/li>\n\n\n\n
Optional: thinly sliced red onion, cracked black pepper<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n
Step-by-Step Instructions<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
Step 1: Toast the Baguette<\/h3>\n\n\n\n\n
Preheat oven to 375\u00b0F (190\u00b0C). Arrange baguette slices on a baking sheet.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
Brush both sides with olive oil. Bake for 8-10 minutes until golden and crisp. Or toast in a skillet.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n
Step 2: Make the Herbed Cream Cheese<\/h3>\n\n\n\n\n
In a small bowl, mix cream cheese, sour cream, dill, lemon juice, and lemon zest until smooth and spreadable.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n
Step 3: Assemble the Crostini<\/h3>\n\n\n\n\n
Spread a generous layer of herbed cream cheese on each toast.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
Top with a ribbon or two of smoked salmon (fold it for fluffiness).<\/li>\n\n\n\n
Add a few capers and a sprinkle of fresh dill.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
Optional: add thin red onion slices and cracked black pepper.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n
Step 4: Serve Immediately<\/h3>\n\n\n\n\n
Arrange on a platter. Watch them disappear.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n
Summary<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
Prep Time:<\/strong> 5 mins | Cook Time:<\/strong> 10 mins | Total Time:<\/strong> 15 minutes<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Yield:<\/strong> 12-15 crostini<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Difficulty:<\/strong> Easy<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Storage Notes<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
Assemble crostini right before serving. The toasts get soggy if they sit too long with cream cheese. You can make the toasts 2 days ahead (store in an airtight bag) and the herbed cream cheese 3 days ahead. Just assemble when guests arrive. Leftovers? Unlikely.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<\/figure>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
Crispy toasts. Creamy herb spread. Silky smoked salmon. A pop of caper and fresh dill. Looks like a party. Tastes like a million bucks. Takes 10 minutes. You’re welcome.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":1,"featured_media":2170,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"footnotes":""},"categories":[7],"tags":[1832,1834,1833,276,1829,1830,1831],"class_list":["post-2133","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-quick_meals","tag-easy-crostini","tag-holiday-appetizer","tag-no-cook-appetizer","tag-party-appetizer","tag-salmon-crostini","tag-salmon-toast-appetizer","tag-smoked-salmon-appetizer"],"yoast_head":"\n
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