Are lox and smoked salmon the same?

Lox is considered a type of smoked salmon, but it is different from cold- or hot-smoked salmon. Lox is cured in brine but never actually smoked. Gravlax uses the same process as lox, but is seasoned with other ingredients. Cold-smoked and hot-smoked salmon are actually cooked.

What is an easy way to use the smoked salmon I received as a gift?

These canapés don't get much easier, but you can also make a simple smoked salmon spread to serve with crostini, veggies, or as a sandwich filling. Add some to scrambled eggs for a delicious breakfast or brunch. Make a smoked salmon corn chowder for a cozy weeknight meal.

Smoked Salmon Canapés - Appetizer Bliss

Name: Smoked Salmon Canapés
Prep time: 20 min
Total time: 20 min
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: ¼ cup cream cheese; 2 Tablespoons Greek yogurt (28 grams); 1 Tablespoon capers, rinsed, drained, and chopped; 1 Tablespoon chopped chives, plus more for garnish; 1 teaspoon fresh lemon juice; 12 thin slices of English cucumber (no peeling necessary!); 1/4 pound smoked salmon (NOTE: you might not use all of this); 1 loaf french, rye, or pumpernickel bread

Description

This smoked salmon canapé is a must have recipe! Perfect for fancy holiday gatherings or casual get-togethers with friends, it's easy to make and ready in just 20 minutes.

Ingredients

Scale

SPREAD

¼ cup cream cheese
2 Tablespoons Greek yogurt (28 grams)
1 Tablespoon capers, rinsed, drained, and chopped
1 Tablespoon chopped chives, plus more for garnish
1 teaspoon fresh lemon juice

CANAPÉS

12 thin slices of English cucumber (no peeling necessary!)
1/4 pound smoked salmon (NOTE: you might not use all of this)
1 loaf french, rye, or pumpernickel bread

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Instructions

MAKE SPREAD.
Add cream cheese, Greek yogurt, chopped capers, chopped chives, and lemon juice to a mixing bowl.
Use a hand mixer to whip the cream cheese until smooth. If it isn’t spreadable with a knife, stir in additional Greek yogurt, a teaspoon at a time, until you have the desired consistency.
PREP INGREDIENTS.
Slice bread into thin slices if not sliced.
Remove the crust, and cut each slice into 1 ½ x 1 ½ inch squares until you have 24 squares.
Cut the slices of English cucumber in half so you have at least 24 pieces of cucumber.
Break or cut the salmon into pieces.
ASSEMBLE.
Use a piping bag or knife to add about 1 teaspoon of the cream cheese spread onto each bread square.
Place 1 piece of halved cucumber on top of the spread.
Top each cucumber slice with a piece of smoked salmon.
Garnish with chives and serve.

Notes

For easier mixing of the spread, let the cream cheese soften slightly at room temperature before mixing. Mix by hand or use a hand mixer to save time.

Substitutions. Swap rye or pumpernickel bread for french bread. Use fresh dill, parsley, or green onion instead of chives. Substitute mayo or sour cream for the Greek Yogurt.

Make ahead tips. These canapés are best served the same day they're made, but they can be stored in the fridge (covered tightly) for a few hours before serving. The following steps can be done in advance and stored in airtight containers in the fridge: 2 days in advance - cut bread squares and slice the cucumbers, 5 days in advance - make the cheese spread and break apart salmon.

Prep Time: 20 minutes
Cook Time: 0 minutes
Category: Appetizer
Method: Assembly
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 piece
Calories: 48
Sugar: 0.5 g
Sodium: 65.9 mg
Fat: 1.7 g
Carbohydrates: 4.1 g
Protein: 3.2 g
Cholesterol: 10 mg