Homemade Smoked Salmon Dip Recipe that’s so light, creamy and packed with a smokey kick. This delicious dip is a great appetizer served with chips, crackers or even vegetables.

The dip makes a great addition to a Charcuterie board for parties and potlucks.

Smoked salmon dip in a white plate with chips.

INGREDIENTS-

  • Salmon– For this recipe you want to use any of your favorite smoked salmon from the grocery store. You can also use leftover salmon that you have on hand.
  • Cream cheese– Classic or light cream cheese will work in this recipe.
  • Sour cream– Add sour cream to make this dip creamier, regular or light sour cream will work.
  • Seasoning– The secret to this dish is the lemon pepper seasoning, adds so much flavor.
  • Green Onion– Finely chopped fresh green onion.
  • Dill– Fresh dill may be used or your favorite herbs.
White bowl loaded with creamy smoked salmon dip topped with fresh greens and salmon.

HOW TO MAKE SALMON DIP-

Have this EASY dish recipe in under 5 minutes!

  1. Cream– In a bowl, cream together the cream cheese, sour cream and lemon pepper seasoning until well combined. 
  2. Add-ins:-Add in the chopped salmon, green onion and dill and combine.
  3. Serve– Transfer the dip to a serving bowl and serve.

SERVE WITH-

There are so many different ways to serve this creamy dip, here are some of our favorite ways:

  • Bagel chips
  • Crostini
  • Pretzels
  • Tortilla chips
  • Crackers
  • Celery sticks
  • Carrots
  • Cucumbers
  • Bell peppers
All the ingredients needed for creamy salmon dip in glass bowls.

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS-

Can I substitute the smoked salmon?

Yes, you can use any other smoked fish that you like, whether it being smoked trout, smoked cod, etc.

Is this considered raw?

No, the salmon is smoked which means it is fully cooked.

Do I need to bake this salmon dip?

No, this is a creamy cold dip recipe that is enjoyed just as is!

How to store salmon dip?

Store the salmon dip in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4-5 days. This recipe is great to make ahead of time, prepare the dip and allow to marinate in the fridge.

Can I freeze salmon dip?

We do not recommend freezing this creamy salmon dip.

Cream smoked salmon dip in a white bowl topped with green onion and salmon pieces.

SALSA AND DIP RECIPES-

Smoked Salmon Dip

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Homemade Smoked Salmon Dip Recipe that’s so light, creamy and packed with a smokey kick. This delicious dip is a great appetizer served with chips, crackers or even vegetables.
Prep Time: 5 minutes
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Total Time: 5 minutes
Servings: 6 servings

Ingredients

  • 3 oz smoked salmon, chopped
  • 8 oz cream cheese, room temp
  • 1 cup sour cream
  • 2 tsp lemon pepper seasoning
  • 1 Tbsp green onion, chopped
  • 1 Tbsp dill, chopped

Instructions

  • Beat sour cream, cream cheese and seasoning until creamy.
  • Chop your salmon, dill and onion. Add to cream and mix all of the ingredients.

Notes

Serve it will tortilla chips, bagel crisps or crackers.

Nutrition

Calories: 205kcalCarbohydrates: 3gProtein: 3gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 11gCholesterol: 61mgSodium: 152mgPotassium: 115mgFiber: 0gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 755IUVitamin C: 0.5mgCalcium: 82mgIron: 0.3mg
(The nutrition information provided is an estimate and will vary based on cooking methods and brands of ingredients used.)