Description
Christmas Smoked Salmon Bruschetta Wreath is a stunning and festive appetizer perfect for holiday gatherings. With crispy baguette slices, creamy dill-garlic spread, smoked salmon, and vibrant garnishes like pomegranate arils, this dish is as delicious as it is beautiful. Quick and easy to make, it’s sure to impress your guests.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 oz smoked salmon, sliced
- 1 clove garlic, minced
- 2 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1 tbsp fresh dill, chopped
- 1 baguette, sliced into bite-sized rounds
- Lemon zest (for garnish)
- 2 tbsp pomegranate arils (for garnish)
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C). Place baguette slices on a baking sheet and toast for 5-7 minutes until golden and crisp.
- In a small bowl, mix softened cream cheese with garlic and dill. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Arrange toasted baguette slices in a circular wreath shape on a serving platter.
- Spread a layer of the cream cheese mixture on each baguette slice and top with a piece of smoked salmon.
- Garnish with lemon zest and pomegranate arils.
- Decorate the platter with rosemary sprigs or small ornaments for a festive touch. Serve immediately.
Notes
- To save time, toast the bread and prepare the cream cheese mixture ahead of time.
- Substitute gluten-free bread for a gluten-free version.
- Optional add-ons: capers, chives, or avocado slices for extra flavor.
- Serve fresh for the best texture and taste.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Assemble
- Cuisine: Holiday, Festive
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 piece
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 25mg