Description
Festive holiday charms sparkle in this Christmas Smoked Salmon Bruschetta Wreath, inviting guests to savor elegant Mediterranean flavors. Delicate salmon curls, fresh herbs, and crisp toast combine into a stunning appetizer that elevates seasonal celebrations for friends and family.
Ingredients
Scale
Protein:
- 4 ounces (113 grams) smoked salmon, sliced
- 2 ounces (57 grams) cream cheese, softened
Bread:
- 1 baguette, sliced into bite-sized rounds
Seasonings and Garnishes:
- 1 clove garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon fresh dill, chopped
- Lemon zest
- 2 tablespoons pomegranate arils
- Salt
- Pepper
Instructions
- Carefully arrange oven rack to middle position and heat to 375°F, creating an ideal toasting environment for baguette slices.
- Position baguette slices on baking sheet, ensuring even spacing and uniform golden transformation during 5-7 minute roasting process.
- Create a luxurious cream cheese blend by combining softened cheese with finely minced garlic and delicate fresh dill, incorporating salt and pepper to elevate flavor profile.
- Transform serving platter into an artistic canvas by positioning toasted baguette slices in an elegant circular wreath configuration.
- Apply a generous yet precise layer of herbed cream cheese mixture across each crisp baguette slice, ensuring complete coverage.
- Crown each prepared slice with a delicate piece of smoky salmon, allowing the fish to drape elegantly over the creamy base.
- Enhance visual appeal and flavor complexity by sprinkling vibrant lemon zest and jewel-like pomegranate arils across the assembled appetizer.
- Infuse festive spirit by strategically placing fresh rosemary sprigs or miniature ornaments around the wreath design, creating a celebratory presentation.
- Serve immediately to maintain optimal texture and temperature, capturing the essence of holiday elegance.
Notes
- Crisp baguette slices work best when cut diagonally for maximum surface area and elegant presentation.
- Soften cream cheese at room temperature to ensure smooth, spreadable consistency without lumps.
- Choose high-quality smoked salmon for rich, delicate flavor that complements the creamy base.
- Prep ingredients ahead of time to create stunning wreath design quickly during holiday gatherings.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 7 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 8
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 1 g
- Sodium: 300 mg
- Fat: 7 g
- Saturated Fat: 3.5 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2.5 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 10 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 6 g
- Cholesterol: 20 mg