Herbed Smoked Trout Dip
When you need a simple yet elegant appetizer, it doesn’t get more perfect than this herbed smoked trout dip! Made with luscious mascarpone cheese, fresh tarragon and chives, and a bright pop of lemon, this creamy spread adds a gourmet touch to any appetizer table or charcuterie board. Plus, it comes together in about 10 quick minutes.
Servings 10 people
Calories 67kcal
Equipment
- Food processor or large mixing bowl
- Wooden spoon
Ingredients
- 8 ounces mascarpone softened
- 8 ounces crème fraîche softened
- 8 ounces smoked trout skin and bones removed and flaked into pieces
- 3 garlic cloves grated
- 1 lemon juiced
- 1 tablespoon fresh chives chopped
- 1 tablespoon fresh tarragon chopped
- 1 teaspoon lemon zest
- Pinch of cayenne pepper
- Crostini for serving
Instructions
- Blend the softened mascarpone and crème fraîche in a food processor until smooth. Alternatively, you can mix by hand or use a hand or stand mixer. Transfer to a mixing bowl.
- In the mixing bowl, stir in the smoked trout, grated garlic cloves, lemon juice, chives, tarragon, lemon zest and cayenne pepper. Spoon the herbed smoked trout spread into a serving bowl and cover with plastic wrap. Refrigerate for a few hours.
- Ten minutes before serving, allow the herbed smoked trout spread to sit in room temperature. Serve with crostini. Enjoy!
Notes
- Keep the dip in an airtight container in the refrigerator. If stored properly, it will last about three to four days.
- Plan ahead. While you can serve it right away, it’s best if you refrigerate the dip for a few hours to allow the flavors to meld.
- Nutritional information is only an estimate. The accuracy of the nutritional information for any recipe on this site is not guaranteed.
Nutrition
Serving: 1tablespoon | Calories: 67kcal | Carbohydrates: 5g | Protein: 3g | Fat: 4g | Cholesterol: 8mg | Sodium: 65mg | Sugar: 2g