Martinez-Style Smoked Salmon Tarts
Elegant individual tarts featuring smoky salmon, dill, and a creamy herb crust, perfect for entertaining. This french-inspired seafood ready in about 39 minutes layers sheet, thawed phyllo dough, melted unsalted butter, thinly sliced smoked salmon 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 220 calories and feeds 6, 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
- 1 sheet, thawed phyllo dough
- 2 tbsp, melted unsalted butter
- 4 oz, thinly sliced smoked salmon
- 2 tbsp finely chopped fresh dill
- 4 oz, softened cream cheese
- 2 tbsp sour cream
- 1 tsp lemon juice
- 1 tbsp finely sliced fresh chives
Instructions
- Step 1: Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Brush a 6-cup muffin tin with 1 tbsp melted butter, then line each cavity with a 3x3-inch square of phyllo dough, brushing with remaining 1 tbsp butter between layers for crispness.
- Step 2: In a bowl, mix 4 oz softened cream cheese, 2 tbsp sour cream, 1 tsp lemon juice, 2 tbsp chopped dill, and 1 tbsp sliced chives until smooth; spread 1 teaspoon of mixture into each phyllo cup.
- Step 3: Top each with 1 ounce thinly sliced smoked salmon and bake for 12-15 minutes until golden and the edges are crisp.
- Step 4: Let cool for 5 minutes before carefully removing from the tin; garnish with extra dill and chives.
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Frequently asked questions
How long does Martinez-Style Smoked Salmon Tarts take to make?
Total time is about 39 minutes (25 min prep + 14 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 Martinez-Style Smoked Salmon Tarts?
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 Martinez-Style Smoked Salmon Tarts?
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 Martinez-Style Smoked Salmon Tarts for a different number of people?
The recipe is written for 6 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 6). 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 Martinez-Style Smoked Salmon Tarts?
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
- ★★★★☆
Solid recipe. Not groundbreaking but definitely making it again.
- ★★★★☆
My family liked it. I personally would prefer more depth of flavor.
- ★★★★☆
Almost perfect — just needed a squeeze of lemon at the end.
