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Smoked Salmon Sandwich

Gourmet Smoked Salmon Sandwich for Effortless Lunch Bliss

Elevate your lunch with this gourmet smoked salmon sandwich, featuring creamy herbed cream cheese and fresh ingredients.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 5 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Servings: 2 sandwiches
Course: Lunch
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Bread
  • 4 slices Rye Bread Switch to whole wheat for a different taste.
For the Cream Cheese Spread
  • 4 oz Whipped Cream Cheese Substitute regular cream cheese, softened.
  • 1 tbsp Fresh Chives Finely chopped, green onions can be substituted.
  • 1 tbsp Fresh Dill Finely chopped, tarragon can be substituted.
  • 1 tsp Lemon Zest Lime zest can be used as an alternative.
  • Salt Season to taste.
  • Freshly Ground Black Pepper Season to taste.
For the Filling
  • 6-8 slices High-Quality Smoked Salmon About 4 oz, try other smoked fish if desired.
  • 1/2 small Red Onion Thinly sliced, can swap with sweet onion.
  • 1 cup Baby Arugula or Watercress Replace with spinach if preferred.

Equipment

  • toaster
  • Mixing bowl
  • Sharp Knife

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions for Gourmet Smoked Salmon Sandwich
  1. In a small bowl, combine whipped cream cheese with chives, dill, lemon zest, salt, and black pepper. Mix well until smooth.
  2. Preheat toaster to medium-high. Toast rye bread slices until lightly golden brown, about 3-4 minutes.
  3. Spread the herbed cream cheese onto one side of two slices of the toasted bread.
  4. Layer the smoked salmon on top of the cream cheese, followed by red onion and arugula or watercress.
  5. Top with the remaining slices of toasted rye bread, cream cheese side down, and gently press to hold together.
  6. Slice the sandwich diagonally or into finger sandwiches to serve.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sandwichCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 18gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 5gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 45mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 300mgFiber: 3gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 4mgCalcium: 60mgIron: 1mg

Notes

For the best flavor, use high-quality smoked salmon. Cover the bread surface evenly with cream cheese for consistent flavor.

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