Description
Holiday feasting meets Mediterranean charm with Christmas Salmon & Avocado Bruschetta Wreath, blending festive colors and elegant flavors. Crisp baguette slices adorned with creamy avocado, delicate salmon, and fresh herbs create a sophisticated appetizer perfect for seasonal celebrations you’ll adore.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 4 ounces (113 grams) smoked salmon (sliced)
- 1 ripe avocado (mashed)
- 1 baguette (sliced into bite-sized rounds)
Dairy and Herbs:
- 2 ounces (57 grams) cream cheese (softened)
- 1 tablespoon fresh dill (chopped)
Seasonings and Garnish:
- 1 clove garlic (minced)
- Lemon zest (for garnish)
- Salt and pepper (to taste)
Instructions
- Heat the oven to 375°F (190°C) for crisp bread preparation. Cut the baguette into delicate coin-shaped rounds and place them on a baking sheet.
- Bake the bread rounds for 5-7 minutes until they transform into golden, crunchy medallions with a light crispness.
- Create a luxurious spread by blending softened cream cheese with minced garlic, mashed avocado, and chopped fresh dill. Season the mixture with salt and pepper, whisking until the texture becomes velvety and uniform.
- Compose a festive circular wreath design on a large serving platter using the toasted bread rounds as the foundation.
- Generously layer the creamy avocado-dill mixture across each bread round, ensuring complete and even coverage.
- Carefully drape delicate slices of smoked salmon atop the cream cheese base, distributing the fish evenly to create a harmonious visual presentation.
- Enhance the bruschetta with a light dusting of lemon zest, providing a bright citrus accent to the rich flavors.
- Embellish the wreath’s empty spaces with delicate fresh dill or fragrant rosemary sprigs, creating a decorative and festive holiday arrangement.
- Present the bruschetta wreath immediately to preserve the crisp texture and vibrant flavors, inviting guests to enjoy this elegant seasonal appetizer.
Notes
- Swap cream cheese with dairy-free alternatives like cashew cheese for vegan guests, ensuring everyone can enjoy the festive treat.
- Toast baguette slices slightly longer for extra crunch, creating a perfect textural contrast with the creamy avocado spread.
- Select high-quality smoked salmon to elevate the flavor profile and make the appetizer feel more luxurious and special.
- Prepare components ahead of time by toasting bread and mixing avocado spread in advance, reducing last-minute holiday kitchen stress.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 7 minutes
- Category: Appetizer, Snacks
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 8
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 1 g
- Sodium: 400 mg
- Fat: 9 g
- Saturated Fat: 3 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 12 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 7 g
- Cholesterol: 20 mg