Tartine de Saumon

Tartine de Saumon is a delightful French appetizer featuring a crisp slice of bread topped with creamy, herbed salmon and a hint of lemon. This dish combines fresh flavors and high protein content, making it a perfect starter for any occasion.

Ingredients

• Baguette - 1 (about 200g)
• Smoked salmon - 100g
• Cream cheese - 50g
• Fresh dill - 1 tablespoon, chopped
• Lemon juice - 1 tablespoon
• Capers - 1 tablespoon, rinsed and drained
• Cucumber - 1/2, thinly sliced
• Black pepper - to taste

Steps

1. Preheat the oven to 180°C (350°F).
2. Slice the baguette into 4 equal pieces, each about 5cm thick.
3. Place the baguette slices on a baking sheet and toast in the oven for about 5-7 minutes, until golden and crisp.
4. In a mixing bowl, combine cream cheese, chopped dill, lemon juice, and black pepper, stirring until well blended.
5. Spread a generous layer of the cream cheese mixture on each toasted baguette slice.
6. Top each slice with smoked salmon, a few capers, and cucumber slices.
7. Serve immediately, garnished with additional dill if desired.

Nutrition

• Calories: 320
• Protein: 20 g
• Carbs: 30 g
• Fiber: 2 g
• Sugar: 1 g
• Sodium: 680 mg
• Cholesterol: 40 mg
• Total Fat: 18 g
• Saturated Fat: 6 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 10 g
• Water: 0.1 L

Health Benefits

• High in omega-3 fatty acids from smoked salmon, which support heart health.
• Rich in protein from the cream cheese and salmon, aiding muscle repair and growth.

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