Smoked Salmon and Avocado Bruschetta Recipe
This Smoked Salmon and Avocado Bruschetta recipe features crispy toasted French bread topped with a creamy avocado spread, rich smoked salmon, and fresh dill. It's a quick and elegant appetizer perfect for entertaining or a light snack.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Total Time: 15 minutes
- Yield: 12 pieces
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Low Fat
Ingredients
Crostini
- 1/2 French bread, sliced and toasted (crostini)
Avocado Spread
- 1 ripe avocado
- 2 tbsp Greek yogurt
- 1 tbsp mayonnaise
- 1/2 lemon, juiced
- Salt and pepper to taste
Toppings
- 8 oz smoked salmon
- Few sprigs of dill
Instructions
- Prepare the Crostini: Preheat your oven broiler on high. Slice the French bread into 1/2-inch thick pieces. Arrange the slices on a baking sheet and position the oven rack about 6 inches below the broiler. Broil the bread for 1.5 minutes on each side until golden brown and crispy. Watch carefully to avoid burning.
- Make the Avocado Spread: Scoop out the avocado into a bowl and mash it until smooth. Add Greek yogurt, mayonnaise, and freshly squeezed lemon juice. Mix until well combined. Season with salt and pepper to taste, adjusting as needed.
- Assemble the Bruschetta: Spread a generous layer of the avocado mixture onto each crostini slice evenly.
- Add Smoked Salmon: Carefully drape slices of smoked salmon over the avocado spread, folding to fit each crostini.
- Garnish with Dill: Wash and finely chop the dill sprigs, then sprinkle over the salmon for a fresh, herbal finish.
Notes
- Keep a close watch while broiling the bread to prevent burning.
- Choose ripe avocados for a creamy, smooth spread.
- Adjust lemon juice, salt, and pepper according to your taste preferences.
- Use fresh dill for the best flavor and garnish effect.
- This appetizer is best served immediately to maintain crostini crispness.
