16 Delicious Smoked Salmon Recipes for Brunch and Beyond

published Dec 14, 2024

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So you’ve picked up a package or two of smoked salmon at the grocery store, with visions of placing it on toasted bagels with cream cheese for breakfast all week. But while that’s absolutely delicious, one cannot live on bagels alone. If you’re looking for more ways to use either cold-smoked salmon or hot-smoked salmon, we’ve got you covered. It’s a versatile ingredient that can transform any dish into something special (and a little bit fancy!).

Packed with rich, smoky flavor, smoked salmon works well in everything from appetizers to hearty breakfasts and dinners. Start your day with smoked salmon eggs Benedict for a weekend brunch with friends. Need a quick appetizer for a party? A creamy smoked salmon dip with crackers and veggies is always a crowd-pleaser. For a hearty and comforting option, try crispy smoked salmon potato cakes that are perfect for dinner with an arugula salad.

Here are 16 delicious ways to use smoked salmon that are perfect for any occasion.

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Giant Skillet Latke

Instead of forming and frying a bunch of little latkes, you melt some butter in a skillet and dump the whole thing in. After a few minutes on the stove, the giant latke bakes in the oven until both sides are crispy-crunchy and the inside is tender and creamy.

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Salmon Benedict

If you love eggs Benedict and salmon, you will love how this classic brunch dish gives you the best of both worlds: rich hollandaise sauce, luscious lox, and a runny egg.

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Everything Bagel Hummus Bowl

All the things you love about a smoked salmon bagel in one satisfying bowl with store-bought or homemade hummus.

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Smoked Salmon Dip

This easy dip is made with a blend of whipped cream cheese, sour cream, Greek yogurt, and lots of fresh dill.

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Smoked Salmon Egg Boats

This recipe is as fun to assemble as it is to enjoy — there’s just something wonderful about hollowing out a crusty loaf of bread and filling it with eggs, crème fraîche, smoked salmon, and scallions.

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Herby Smoked Salmon Fattoush

Crisp romaine, vibrant veggies, crunchy pita chips, and salty feta are all tossed in a tangy sumac vinaigrette, then topped with big, buttery flakes of hot smoked salmon. The best part? This meal is entirely no-cook — meaning you can whip it up on even the steamiest summer night.

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Crème Fraîche Scrambled Egg and Smoked Salmon Sandwiches

Scrambled eggs adorned with silky crème fraîche and aromatic herbs. This sandwich will raise your standard breakfast sandwich routine to the height of elegance.

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Summery Salmon Niçoise

An easy Niçoise salad that features salmon (use hot-smoked salmon!) instead of the usual tuna.

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Salmon Black Bean Salad

A quick and easy recipe for black bean salad with hot smoked salmon, tomatoes, and avocado in a cumin-lime dressing.

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Smoked Salmon Potato Cakes with Herb Crème Fraîche

These smoked salmon potato cakes are dredged in panko breadcrumbs and cooked until crisp, then drizzled with an herbed crème fraîche.

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Grilled Salmon Caesar

Every component of this leveled-up Caesar salad is cooked on the grill — from the romaine to the lemon and croutons. Swap in hot-smoked salmon for an easier take on this summer salad.

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Smoked Salmon and Crème Fraîche Kettle Chips

Top potato chips with smoked salmon and suddenly they're a classy snack. Add some bubbly cocktails and you have a fast and fancy party.

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Salmon and Black Sesame Onigiri (Japanese Rice Balls)

Packed into a lunch bag, these smoked salmon onigiri are filling, nourishing and easy to eat on the go, whether you’re heading out of town or packing for a picnic to enjoy close to home.

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Smoked Salmon Soba Noodle Salad

Chewy soba noodles make a great cold salad. Toss them with miso-honey dressing, fresh ginger, and crunchy cucumber slices. Finish with a sprinkle of sesame seeds, scallions, and salty smoked salmon.

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Smoked Salmon and Potato Skewers with Dill and Shallots

This is basically potato salad on a stick, with the elegant addition of smoked salmon. Tiny potatoes are tossed in a creamy dressing that's made of mayonnaise, tangy yogurt, fresh dill, and shallots. Then you skewer them with just a little slice of salmon (fold it around the potato if you want to be fancy)!

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Salmon Rillettes

If you don’t know what salmon rillettes are, you’re missing out. Creamy but light, flavorful without being overpowering, it's like salmon’s answer to pâté. It’s a spread that’s sure to impress, and it’s deceptively simple to make.

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