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Easy smoked salmon pinwheels with cream cheese, lemon zest, capers, and dill

Smoked Salmon & Cream Cheese Pinwheels

A delightful dish combining creamy flavors with fresh smoked salmon and herbs, perfect for parties or light snacks.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Total Time 15 minutes
Course Appetizer, Snack
Cuisine American
Servings 8 pieces
Calories 120 kcal

Ingredients
  

For the filling

  • 8 oz Cream cheese Softened for easy spreading
  • 1 tbsp Lemon zest Freshly grated
  • 1 tbsp Capers Drained and rinsed
  • 2 tbsp Fresh dill Chopped
  • 8 slices Smoked salmon Fresh for best flavor

For serving

  • 12 pieces Sweet cherry tomatoes For presentation
  • 12 pieces Cold shrimp Optional for serving

Instructions
 

Preparation

  • In a bowl, mix cream cheese with lemon zest, capers, and dill until well combined.
  • Lay out slices of smoked salmon on a clean surface.
  • Spread the cream cheese mixture evenly over the smoked salmon.
  • Roll the salmon tightly to form pinwheels.
  • Slice into bite-sized pieces and arrange on a platter.

Serving

  • Serve chilled alongside cherry tomatoes and cold shrimp.

Notes

Store leftover pinwheels in an airtight container in the refrigerator and consume within two days for best flavor. Consider adding horseradish to the cream cheese for a spicy kick. The recipe is versatile; explore other fillings like roasted vegetables or turkey.

Nutrition

Serving: 2gCalories: 120kcalCarbohydrates: 2gProtein: 8gFat: 9gSaturated Fat: 5gSodium: 350mgSugar: 1g
Keyword Cream Cheese, Easy Recipes, Party Food, Pinwheels, Smoked Salmon
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