Cisco Kid's Smoked Salmon Tartare with Dill Crisps
Elegant finger food featuring house-smoked salmon, creamy avocado, and crispy dill crackers – a sophisticated twist on classic tartare. This french-inspired seafood ready in about 15 minutes layers finely chopped Smoked salmon, pitted and mashed Avocado, finely minced Red onion into a dessert worth slowing down for — great for weekend baking, holiday tables, or any time you want a sweet payoff at the end of a meal. Each serving lands at about 280 calories and feeds 4, so it slots into a weekend bake or a special-occasion dessert tray. 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
- 8 oz, finely chopped Smoked salmon
- 1, pitted and mashed Avocado
- 1/4 cup, finely minced Red onion
- 2 tbsp, finely chopped Dill
- 1 tbsp Lemon juice
- 1 tsp Dijon mustard
- 1 tbsp Extra virgin olive oil
- 12 Crispy dill crackers
Instructions
- Step 1: In a medium bowl, combine 8 oz finely chopped smoked salmon, 1 mashed avocado, 1/4 cup finely minced red onion, 2 tbsp finely chopped dill, 1 tbsp lemon juice, 1 tsp Dijon mustard, and 1 tbsp extra virgin olive oil. Gently fold until just combined, being careful not to overmix.
- Step 2: Taste and adjust seasoning with a pinch of sea salt and black pepper.
- Step 3: Chill the mixture for 15 minutes to allow flavors to meld.
- Step 4: Spoon 2 tablespoons of salmon mixture onto each crispy dill cracker, pressing gently to adhere.
- Step 5: Serve immediately with additional lemon wedges and fresh dill sprigs for garnish.
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Frequently asked questions
How long does Cisco Kid's Smoked Salmon Tartare with Dill Crisps take to make?
Total time is about 15 minutes (15 min prep + 0 min cook). Most home bakers find this fits a weekend afternoon; chill or store as the recipe directs before serving.
How do I store leftover Cisco Kid's Smoked Salmon Tartare with Dill Crisps?
Cool fully before storing. Most baked desserts keep at room temperature in an airtight container for 2–3 days, or in the fridge for up to 5 days. Cream- or custard-based desserts must go in the fridge within 2 hours; reheat gently or serve cold per the recipe.
Can I substitute ingredients in Cisco Kid's Smoked Salmon Tartare with Dill Crisps?
Yes — most ingredients in this recipe have flexible swaps. For oil, use any neutral high-smoke-point oil (avocado, grapeseed, refined coconut). For aromatics, dried herbs at ⅓ the volume of fresh work in a pinch. The full ingredient list is shoppable on Instacart so you can see substitutes in real time.
How do I scale Cisco Kid's Smoked Salmon Tartare with Dill Crisps for a different number of people?
The recipe is written for 4 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 4). Cook time stays roughly the same up to 2x; for 3-4x batches, switch from a skillet to a sheet pan or stockpot so the food isn't crowded — overcrowding steams instead of browns.
What goes well with Cisco Kid's Smoked Salmon Tartare with Dill Crisps?
French seafood like this pair well with a simple grain (rice, couscous, or crusty bread), a quick salad with acid (lemon vinaigrette, pickled onions), and a pan sauce or yogurt-based dip. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" to get specific side suggestions.
What others are saying
- ★★★★★
Brought this to a potluck and it was the first dish to disappear.
- ★★★★☆
Solid recipe. Not groundbreaking but definitely making it again.
- ★★★★☆
Nice recipe! Presentation was beautiful. Flavor was good, not great.
