Description
Festive holiday appetizers reach new heights with these Mini Christmas Wreath Salmon bites. Delicate smoked salmon nestles around herbed cream cheese, creating elegant party nibbles perfect for celebrating seasonal gatherings with friends and family.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 2 ounces (56 grams) thinly sliced smoked salmon
- 1/2 pound (226 grams) bocconcini (small mozzarella balls)
- 1/2 pint (237 milliliters) grape tomatoes
Herbs and Aromatics:
- 1/2 cup (120 milliliters) fresh basil leaves
- 6 sprigs fresh rosemary
Accompaniments:
- 1/2 (10-ounce / 280 grams) jar green olives, drained
Instructions
- Craft a verdant foundation by carefully layering rosemary sprigs into a circular arrangement on a pristine serving board, ensuring an organic, natural base.
- Strategically position bocconcini across the herbal landscape, utilizing delicate basil-adorned wooden picks to anchor select cheese morsels with elegant precision.
- Transform the smoked salmon into luxurious, soft folds and gently tuck these silky ribbons between the fragrant herb clusters, creating visual depth and texture.
- Introduce vibrant chromatic elements by scattering jewel-toned grape tomatoes and emerald green olives throughout the wreath, balancing the composition with strategic placement.
- Refine the presentation by filling any visual gaps with additional fresh basil leaves, ensuring a lush, complete appearance that celebrates the festive spirit of the dish.
- Present the miniature culinary wreath immediately to preserve the fresh, crisp elements and maintain the aesthetic integrity of the creation.
Notes
- Choose fresh, vibrant rosemary and basil with no wilting or browning edges for maximum visual appeal and flavor.
- Gently roll salmon slices to create elegant, soft ruffles without tearing or breaking the delicate fish.
- Select small, uniform bocconcini to maintain consistent size and create a balanced, professional presentation.
- Serve immediately after assembling to preserve the herbs’ freshness and prevent salmon from becoming dry or discolored.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Appetizer, Lunch, Dinner
- Method: None
- Cuisine: European
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 6
- Calories: 130
- Sugar: 2 g
- Sodium: 480 mg
- Fat: 9 g
- Saturated Fat: 4 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 6 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 7 g
- Cholesterol: 20 mg