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    Smoked Salmon Crostini with Ricotta

    Published: Jan 5, 2021 by Sonila · This post may contain affiliate links · Leave a Comment

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    These Smoked Salmon Crostini with ricotta, dill and cherry tomatoes are the perfect appetizers. I serve them as quick bites on small parties or on a platter for brunch. They’re fresh, crunchy and you’ll definitely want more than one. Plus, they’re so easy to make!

    Ricotta crostini topped with smoked salmon, cherry tomatoes, dill and olive oil. This picture shows 4 crostini at different angles
    Smoked Salmon Crostini

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    Ricotta vs Cream Cheese

    I make these crostini with ricotta instead of cream cheese. First reason is that I grew up with homemade ricotta and it’s a flavor I love. But secondly, ricotta is healthier than cream cheese because it has more protein and less fat. At least to me that combination is healthier. And finally, I really do think that the ricotta mix with olive oil and dill is a burst of Mediterranean flavors that goes really well with smoked salmon and cherry tomatoes.

    How to Make Crostini?

    Don’t let the word crostini throw you off! It really tastes delicious and looks amazing but it’s a fancy toast:). Here are my simple steps for crostini:

    • Use a long bread like baguette, French bread or artisanal bread from local bakeries. In this case I used a rye bread I like.
    • Cut bread in diagonal slices (when using a thin bread like baguette) or regular slices for loaf like breads.
    • Brush lightly with olive oil.
    • Bake on a flat baking sheet for about 6-8 minutes at 400 degrees Fahrenheit (about 200 degrees Celsius). Usually I leave them in until bread gets golden brown.
    Layering crostini with ricotta, olive oil and dill mix. Picture shows a serving wood board with 4 crostini layered with ricotta.
    Ricotta, Olive Oil and Dill on Crostini

    Tips & Notes

    Mix ricotta with olive oil, salt to taste and finely chopped dill. Spread the mix over crostini then layer with smoked salmon, cherry tomatoes and more dill to garnish. That’s how simple this recipe is…

    If I’m making this crostini just for me. I also drizzle some more olive oil over it. Place on a plate because it get messy:), but that’s the best part. In the Mediterranean region most dishes are made so you can wipe your plate clean with the last few bites of bread.

    Smoked Salmon: smoked salmon is the star ingredient of this recipe. You don’t need to smoke it or cook it. You just need to buy good quality smoked salmon. It makes all the difference.

    Wine Pairing: my favorite is champagne for these smoked salmon crostini. Sparkling wine or prosecco will do too. Try to avoid sweet wines for this appetizer.

    3 crostini with smoked salmon, cherry tomatoes and dill.

    Smoked Salmon Crostini with Ricotta

    This Mediterranean appetizer with smoked salmon and ricotta over crostini is an amazing finger food for any get together. I often serve this crostini at brunch too. It's so fresh and crunchy and the mix of flavors is just elegant!
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    Prep Time 15 mins
    Cook Time 10 mins
    Total Time 25 mins
    Course Appetizer, Snack
    Cuisine Mediterranean
    Servings 10 servings
    Calories 180 kcal

    Ingredients
      

    • 1 bread (baguette or artisanal loaf) i.e. rye bread, Italian wheat, French country bread etc
    • 5 ozs smoked salmon buy it already sliced
    • 10 ozs ricotta
    • 3 tbsps olive oil extra virgin
    • 2 tbsps freshly chopped dill
    • 10 small twigs of dill for garnish see appetizer picture as reference for size
    • salt add salt to taste as ricotta and smoked salmon could already have some salt content
    • 1 lemon (optional) slice and serve as garnish on the table
    • 20 grape tomatoes, sliced in halves

    Instructions
     

    • Pre-heat oven to 400 degrees Fahrenheit (about 200 degrees C).
    • Slice baguette or bread in quarter inch slices (about 1 cm thick). Brush with olive oil or drizzle olive oil. Place over parchment paper on a baking sheet and bake for about 6-8 minutes until golden brown on top.
    • Mix ricotta with remaining olive oil and chopped dill. Add salt to taste.
    • Spread ricotta mix over crostini breads once those are ready. Add slices of smoked salmon. Top with sliced cherry tomatoes and garnish with dill. Serve right away!

    Notes

    • It’s ok to eyeball the ingredients in this recipe and adjust to what you have on hand. Bread can have more slices or you’ll get leftover smoked salmon etc. 
    • Use lemon as garnish, cut it in slices. A lot of people like to drizzle lemon juice over smoked salmon. Fresh good quality smoked salmon won’t need it but keep lemon slices handy.
    • If you don’t have enough cherry tomatoes it’s ok. You can add 2-3 cherry tomatoes slices and the appetizer will still look amazing.
    • If you’re following Mediterranean Diet, try to use homemade ricotta and Whole Wheat bread for this smoked salmon appetizer:). Enjoy!!

    Nutrition Label

    Nutrition Facts
    Smoked Salmon Crostini with Ricotta
    Amount Per Serving
    Calories 180 Calories from Fat 81
    % Daily Value*
    Fat 9g14%
    Saturated Fat 3g19%
    Cholesterol 18mg6%
    Sodium 290mg13%
    Potassium 178mg5%
    Carbohydrates 16g5%
    Fiber 1g4%
    Sugar 1g1%
    Protein 8g16%
    Vitamin A 428IU9%
    Vitamin C 10mg12%
    Calcium 86mg9%
    Iron 1mg6%
    * Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.

    Nutrition

    Calories: 180kcalCarbohydrates: 16gProtein: 8gFat: 9gSaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 18mgSodium: 290mgPotassium: 178mgFiber: 1gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 428IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 86mgIron: 1mg
    Keyword ricotta crostini, smoked salmon appetizer, smoked salmon crostini, smoked salmon ricotta dill appetizer
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    Smoked Salmon Ricotta Crostini

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    About Sonila

    Mom of 2, wife, engineer, food blogger & recipe creator! Sonila was born in Albania, her heritage inspires her Mediterranean recipes while that of her husband the Latin ones. Sonila has 2 degrees in Engineering from University of Miami.

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