The Best Smoked Salmon Spread

Ingredients

• 8 ounces cream cheese, softened
• 1/4 cup minced smoked salmon
• 2 tablespoons capers, drained and minced
• 2 tablespoons chopped fresh dill
• 2 tablespoons minced red onion
• 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
• 1/4 teaspoon salt
• 1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper

Directions

1. In a medium bowl, mix together the cream cheese, smoked salmon, capers, dill, red onion, lemon juice, salt, and pepper until well combined.
2. Serve the spread with crackers, bagels, crostini, or fresh vegetables.

Interesting Facts

• Smoked salmon is an excellent source of protein, omega-3 fatty acids, and vitamin D.
• Capers are the unripened flower buds of a Mediterranean shrub.
• Fresh dill is a great source of vitamins A and C.