Save A festive and vibrant board featuring smoked salmon, hearty winter vegetables, tangy spreads, and rustic breads perfect for entertaining during the colder months.
Ingredients
- Seafood: 250 g smoked salmon, sliced
- Winter Vegetables: 1 small beet, roasted and sliced, 1 small fennel bulb, thinly sliced, 1/2 cup radishes, sliced, 1/2 cup baby arugula, 1/2 cup pickled red onions
- Dairy & Spreads: 120 g cream cheese, 80 g herbed goat cheese, 2 tbsp crème fraîche, 2 tbsp horseradish sauce
- Breads & Crackers: 1 small rustic baguette, sliced and lightly toasted, 100 g rye crackers, 100 g pumpernickel bread, sliced
- Garnishes: 1 lemon, cut into wedges, 2 tbsp capers, drained, 1 tbsp fresh dill, chopped, Freshly ground black pepper, to taste
Instructions
- Step 1:
- Preheat the oven to 200°C (400°F). Wrap the beet in foil and roast for about 40 minutes, or until tender. Let cool, then peel and slice. (This step can be done ahead.)
- Step 2:
- Arrange the smoked salmon in rosettes or gentle folds on a large serving board or platter.
- Step 3:
- Neatly arrange the roasted beet slices, fennel, radishes, baby arugula, and pickled red onions around the salmon.
- Step 4:
- Spoon the cream cheese, herbed goat cheese, crème fraîche, and horseradish sauce into small bowls or ramekins. Place on the board.
- Step 5:
- Fan out the baguette slices, rye crackers, and pumpernickel bread.
- Step 6:
- Garnish the board with lemon wedges, capers, chopped dill, and a few twists of black pepper.
- Step 7:
- Serve immediately, letting guests build their own bites.
Save Required Tools
Large wooden or slate board/platter, Paring knife, Small bowls/ramekins, Chefs knife, Cutting board
Allergen Information
Contains fish (smoked salmon), dairy (cream cheese, goat cheese, crème fraîche), and gluten (breads, crackers). Some rye breads contain sesame check labels if concerned. Always verify ingredient labels for allergens.
Nutritional Information
Calories: 310, Total Fat: 14 g, Carbohydrates: 29 g, Protein: 16 g
Save This smoked salmon board is a perfect festive appetizer that combines vibrant flavors and beautiful presentation.
Recipe Guide
- → How should I prepare the vegetables for optimal flavor?
Roasting the beet enhances its natural sweetness, while thinly slicing fennel and radishes maintains a crisp texture. Pickled red onions add a tangy contrast to balance the flavors.
- → What breads work best for this board?
Rustic baguette slices, rye crackers, and pumpernickel breads provide a range of textures and flavors that complement the creamy cheeses and smoky salmon.
- → Can I make substitutions for dietary preferences?
Gravlax can replace smoked salmon for a milder flavor. Gluten-free crackers and breads suit gluten-sensitive diets without sacrificing texture.
- → What garnishes enhance the overall taste?
Lemon wedges bring brightness, capers add a salty tang, and fresh dill introduces herbal freshness, all enhancing the smoked salmon and vegetable components.
- → Is this board suitable for entertaining larger groups?
Yes, the generous ingredients and simple assembly make it ideal for parties, allowing guests to customize their own servings easily.