Description
Guide for assembling an attractive and abundant breakfast grazing board centered around smoked salmon, complete with suggested pairings and assembly steps.
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz smoked salmon, thinly sliced
- 1 block cream cheese, softened
- 1/2 cup plain Greek yogurt
- 1 tablespoon fresh dill, chopped
- 1 teaspoon lemon zest
- 1 small red onion, thinly sliced
- 1 cup capers
- 1 lemon, cut into wedges
- 1 package mini bagels or sliced artisan bread
- 1 cup assorted crackers
- 4 hard-boiled eggs, sliced
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1/2 cucumber, thinly sliced
- 1 avocado, sliced
- Optional: 4 oz soft goat cheese or brie
Instructions
- Prepare the dill cream cheese spread by mixing the softened cream cheese, Greek yogurt, chopped dill, and lemon zest until smooth. Place the spread in a small bowl.
- Arrange the main components on your chosen board or platter. Place the smoked salmon in one section, folding or gently rolling the slices for visual appeal.
- Place the dill cream cheese bowl and any other spreads (like butter or jam, if using) onto the board.
- Group the accompaniments: arrange the sliced red onion, capers, and lemon wedges near the salmon.
- Place the sliced hard-boiled eggs, tomatoes, cucumber, and avocado in separate piles around the board, filling in space.
- Arrange the bagels, bread slices, and crackers in fan shapes or stacks around the edges or in open areas.
- Fill any remaining small gaps with small clusters of herbs or extra capers to make the board look full.
- Serve immediately or cover lightly and refrigerate for up to two hours before serving.
Notes
- For make-ahead preparation, slice the vegetables and prepare the cream cheese spread one day in advance. Store components separately and assemble the board just before serving.
- Use a variety of textures by including soft cheeses, crunchy crackers, and smooth salmon.
- Place small serving spoons or tongs near each component to make serving easy for your guests.
- Prep Time: 25 min
- Cook Time: 0 min
- Category: Brunch
- Method: Assembly
- Cuisine: Contemporary
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/6 of board
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 4
- Sodium: 850
- Fat: 20
- Saturated Fat: 7
- Unsaturated Fat: 13
- Trans Fat: 0
- Carbohydrates: 25
- Fiber: 3
- Protein: 18
- Cholesterol: 75