Description
A creamy and flavorful smoked salmon bagel dip perfect for brunch or entertaining. This no-cook recipe combines cream cheese, sour cream, mayonnaise, smoked salmon, capers, fresh herbs, and seasonings to create a smooth, tangy dip served with bagel wedges.
Ingredients
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Dip Ingredients
- 8 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1/2 cup sour cream
- 1/4 cup mayonnaise
- 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
- 8 oz smoked salmon, chopped
- 2 tablespoons capers, drained and chopped
- 1 tablespoon fresh dill, chopped (or 1 teaspoon dried dill)
- 1 tablespoon fresh chives, chopped
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
Serving
- Bagels, cut into wedges (for serving)
Instructions
- Prepare Cream Cheese Base: Begin by placing the softened cream cheese in a large mixing bowl. Use a hand mixer or spatula to beat the cream cheese until it is smooth and creamy.
- Combine Dairy Ingredients: Add the sour cream and mayonnaise to the bowl. Mix well until the ingredients are fully combined and the mixture remains smooth.
- Add Lemon Juice: Pour in the fresh lemon juice. This will add brightness to the dip and help balance the flavors. Stir until incorporated.
- Fold in Smoked Salmon and Herbs: Gently fold in the chopped smoked salmon, capers, dill, and chives using a spatula. Make sure to distribute the ingredients evenly throughout the dip without over-mixing.
- Season the Dip: Sprinkle in the garlic powder, onion powder, and a pinch of salt and pepper. Adjust the seasonings to taste, mixing lightly until just combined.
- Chill or Serve: Transfer the dip to a serving bowl and smooth the top with a spatula. You can chill it in the refrigerator for about 30 minutes to enhance the flavors or serve it immediately.
- Serve with Bagels: Serve the smoked salmon bagel dip with bagel wedges or your choice of crackers for dipping.
Notes
- Chilling the dip before serving allows the flavors to meld and intensify.
- You can substitute fresh dill with dried dill if fresh is unavailable, but use less as dried herbs are more potent.
- For extra texture, add finely chopped red onion or cucumbers to the dip.
- Serve with toasted bagel wedges, crackers, or fresh vegetable sticks for variety.
- Store any leftovers covered in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
