Chive and Dill Smoked Salmon on Rye Toast
Elegant smoked salmon layered with fresh chive and dill on toasted rye bread, finished with a lemon-dill crème fraîche for a quick, sophisticated appetizer. This Scandinavian-inspired seafood recipe, ready in about 10 minutes, pairs smoked salmon, rye bread, crème fraîche for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 380 calories and feeds 2, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with a quick salad or grain on the side. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.
Ingredients
- 4 oz smoked salmon
- 2 slices rye bread
- 2 tbsp crème fraîche
- 1 tbsp fresh dill
- 1 tbsp fresh chives
- 1 tsp lemon zest
- 1/4 tsp black pepper
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Instructions
- Step 1: Toast rye bread slices until golden brown under a broiler for 2-3 minutes, or until crisp and lightly browned.
- Step 2: In a small bowl, combine 2 tbsp crème fraîche, 1 tbsp chopped fresh dill, 1 tbsp finely chopped fresh chives, 1 tsp lemon zest, and 1/4 tsp black pepper until smooth and well-mixed.
- Step 3: Spread the crème fraîche mixture evenly over both toasted rye slices, then top with 4 oz smoked salmon, arranging pieces to cover the bread surface.
- Step 4: Garnish with an extra sprinkle of 1/2 tbsp fresh dill and 1/2 tbsp fresh chives before serving immediately.
