Save A festive and vibrant board featuring smoked salmon, hearty winter vegetables, tangy spreads, and rustic breads perfect for entertaining during the colder months.
This board has become a favorite at our holiday gatherings, combining bright flavors with beautiful presentation.
Ingredients
- Seafood: 250 g smoked salmon, sliced
- Winter Vegetables: 1 small beet, roasted and sliced, 1 small fennel bulb, thinly sliced, 1/2 cup radishes, sliced, 1/2 cup baby arugula, 1/2 cup pickled red onions
- Dairy & Spreads: 120 g cream cheese, 80 g herbed goat cheese, 2 tbsp crème fraîche, 2 tbsp horseradish sauce
- Breads & Crackers: 1 small rustic baguette, sliced and lightly toasted, 100 g rye crackers, 100 g pumpernickel bread, sliced
- Garnishes: 1 lemon, cut into wedges, 2 tbsp capers, drained, 1 tbsp fresh dill, chopped, Freshly ground black pepper, to taste
Instructions
- Step 1:
- Preheat the oven to 200°C (400°F). Wrap the beet in foil and roast for about 40 minutes, or until tender. Let cool, then peel and slice. (This step can be done ahead.)
- Step 2:
- Arrange the smoked salmon in rosettes or gentle folds on a large serving board or platter.
- Step 3:
- Neatly arrange the roasted beet slices, fennel, radishes, baby arugula, and pickled red onions around the salmon.
- Step 4:
- Spoon the cream cheese, herbed goat cheese, crème fraîche, and horseradish sauce into small bowls or ramekins. Place on the board.
- Step 5:
- Fan out the baguette slices, rye crackers, and pumpernickel bread.
- Step 6:
- Garnish the board with lemon wedges, capers, chopped dill, and a few twists of black pepper.
- Step 7:
- Serve immediately, letting guests build their own bites.
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Required Tools
Large wooden or slate board/platter, paring knife, small bowls/ramekins, chefs knife, cutting board
Allergen Information
Contains fish (smoked salmon), dairy (cream cheese goat cheese crème fraîche), and gluten (breads crackers). Some rye breads contain sesame check labels if concerned. Always verify ingredient labels for allergens.
Nutritional Information
Calories: 310, Total Fat: 14 g, Carbohydrates: 29 g, Protein: 16 g per serving
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This smoked salmon board is an effortless way to impress your guests with seasonal flavors and elegant presentation.
Questions & Answers
- → How should the beets be prepared for the board?
Beets are roasted whole in foil until tender, then peeled and sliced to maintain natural sweetness and a soft texture.
- → What cheeses complement the smoked salmon best?
Cream cheese and herbed goat cheese provide creamy and tangy contrasts that pair beautifully with the smoked salmon's richness.
- → Can this board accommodate dietary preferences like gluten-free?
Yes, substituting the traditional breads and crackers with gluten-free options keeps the board inclusive without sacrificing texture.
- → What garnishes enhance the flavors on the board?
Fresh lemon wedges, capers, chopped dill, and freshly ground black pepper brighten and enhance the smoky and savory elements.
- → How long does it take to prepare this board?
Roasting vegetables requires about 40 minutes, while assembling the board takes roughly 25 minutes for a total of around 35 minutes.
- → Are there suitable substitutions for smoked salmon?
Gravlax can be used as an alternative, offering similar flavors and texture to complement the board's components.