Smoked Salmon Recipes

Photo: Jeff Kauck

From sandwiches to scrambled eggs, these tasty recipes put smoked salmon to excellent use.

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Sensational Smoked Salmon

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View Recipe: Smoked Salmon with Tangy Horseradish Sauce

The wispy texture and distinct taste of smoked salmon make it the oh-so-delicious star of any recipe in which it appears. Be sure to look for salmon that's labeled "wild Alaskan." That way you can be sure you're getting sustainable seafood.

Put this fish to simple and elegant use with this recipe for Smoked Salmon with Tangy Horseradish Sauce.

Although smoked Irish salmon is traditional, any smoked salmon will work in this dish.

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Smoked Salmon and Wheat Berry Salad

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View Recipe: Smoked Salmon and Wheat Berry Salad

This salad is all about crunch, with toasted walnuts, crisp apple, and celery. Look for wheat berries in the grain or bulk section of your supermarket. Save your celery leaves for a beautiful and delicious garnish.

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Smoked Salmon Dip

Photo: Randy Mayor

View Recipe: Smoked Salmon Dip

We cut the calories and sat fat typically found in this dish in half by using light cream cheese and sour cream.

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Smoked Salmon and Egg Sandwich

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View Recipe: Smoked Salmon and Egg Sandwich

This decadent sandwich would be perfect for brunch. You can also use soft-boiled eggs in place of the poached eggs.

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Corn Pancakes with Smoked Salmon and Lemon-Chive Cream

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View Recipe: Corn Pancakes with Smoked Salmon and Lemon-Chive Cream

These savory pancakes are dressed perfectly with fresh lemon-chive cream and smoked salmon. Breakfast time, or anytime, these are a must try.

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Smoked Salmon and Cheese Mini Twice-Baked Potatoes

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View Recipe: Smoked Salmon and Cheese Mini Twice-Baked Potatoes

This scrumptious low-cal finger food was developed by reader Abigail McMahon who was inspired by Ireland. "I love Ireland and the country's wonderful food. When I think of Irish food, the first items that come to mind are potatoes, salmon, and cheese." Luckily, this recipe has all three.

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Open-Faced Smoked Salmon Sandwich

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View Recipe: Open-Faced Smoked Salmon Sandwich

This sandwich is basically a riff on Hawaii's beloved lomi-lomi salmon, a salad of salted fish and tomatoes.

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Salmon and Potato Casserole

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View Recipe: Salmon and Potato Casserole

Great for breakfast or dinner, this casserole is easy to make and great as leftovers, too!

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Smoked Salmon Crostini

Photo: Becky Luigart-Stayner

View Recipe: Smoked Salmon Crostini

This elegant appetizer features toasted baguette slices topped with smoked salmon, fresh herbs, and creamy cheese spread.

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Sweet Corn Chowder with Hot-Smoked Salmon

Photo: Randy Mayor

View Recipe: Sweet Corn Chowder with Hot-Smoked Salmon

Hot smoked salmon, used in place of the bacon often found in traditional chowder recipes, adds heart-healthy fats and protein. Great made ahead, this soup gets better with time.

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L.E.O. Scramble

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View Recipe: L.E.O. Scramble

L.E.O. refers to the winning combination of lox, eggs, and onions in this savory scramble. It's a New York diner favorite that’s easy to prepare at home.

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Deviled Eggs with Smoked Salmon and Herbs

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View Recipe: Deviled Eggs with Smoked Salmon and Herbs

Use any combination of herbs you like for this easy and tasty starter. We chose the trio of chives, tarragon, and dill, but feel free to use your culinary imagination for this one.

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Cream Cheese and Smoked Salmon Bagel

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View Recipe: Cream Cheese and Smoked Salmon Bagel

Eat breakfast like the New Yorkers do. Top a toasted bagel with cream cheese, smoked salmon, dill, and a bit of lemon zest, and you're good to go!

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Smoked Salmon Thin-Crust Pizza

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View Recipe: Smoked Salmon Thin-Crust Pizza

The crisp cracker crust of this pizza makes a pleasing contrast to the velvety soft salmon.

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Smoked Salmon Sandwiches With Ginger Relish

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View Recipe: Smoked Salmon Sandwiches With Ginger Relish

You'll love everything about this sandwich, from the crunchy whole-wheat baguette to the sweet and tangy relish—not to mention the flavorful smoked salmon. You and your family will be raving about this one.

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Smoked Salmon in Cucumber Boats

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View Recipe: Smoked Salmon in Cucumber Boats

This recipe is perfect for a quick party appetizer. You can make the salmon mixture up to a day in advance. Sprinkle with chopped parsley for a more finished look.

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Smoked Salmon and Dill Tortilla

Photo: Becky Luigart-Stayner

View Recipe: Smoked Salmon and Dill Tortilla

In this dish, smoked salmon is used to create a Spanish tortilla with buttery potatoes, onions, and dill. You can make it the night before and refrigerate. Serve at room temperature the next day.

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Hot Smoked Salmon Quesadillas

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View Recipe: Hot Smoked Salmon Quesadillas

Cotija is a salty aged Mexican cheese that works perfectly with the hot smoked salmon in this quesadilla. Shredded Monterey Jack helps hold the quesadillas together.

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Sensational Smoked Salmon

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Smoked Salmon and Wheat Berry Salad

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Smoked Salmon Dip

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Smoked Salmon and Egg Sandwich

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Corn Pancakes with Smoked Salmon and Lemon-Chive Cream

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Smoked Salmon and Cheese Mini Twice-Baked Potatoes

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Open-Faced Smoked Salmon Sandwich

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Salmon and Potato Casserole

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Smoked Salmon Crostini

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Sweet Corn Chowder with Hot-Smoked Salmon

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L.E.O. Scramble

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Deviled Eggs with Smoked Salmon and Herbs

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Cream Cheese and Smoked Salmon Bagel

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Smoked Salmon Thin-Crust Pizza

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Smoked Salmon Sandwiches With Ginger Relish

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Smoked Salmon in Cucumber Boats

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Smoked Salmon and Dill Tortilla

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Hot Smoked Salmon Quesadillas

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