Easy Salmon Dip

Smoky, creamy, and packed with flavor, this Easy Salmon Dip is a crowd-pleasing appetizer that’s on your table in just 10 minutes! Made with tender cooked salmon (fresh or canned), tangy cream cheese, and a hint of lemon juice, this dip offers a perfect balance of fresh and savory flavors. Chopped dill and green onions add a burst of brightness, while a sprinkle of paprika turns it into a visually stunning centerpiece. Whether paired with crunchy crackers, crisp veggies, or fresh baguette slices, this no-cook salmon dip is the ultimate party favorite or quick snack. Ideal for gatherings or weeknight indulgences, it’s a must-try recipe that’s as simple as it is delicious.

Nutriscore Rating: 53/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:0 mins

Total Time:10 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 8 ounces Cooked salmon (fresh or canned)
• 8 ounces Cream cheese, softened
• 0.5 cups Sour cream
• 1 tablespoon Lemon juice
• 2 tablespoons Fresh dill, chopped
• 2 Green onions, thinly sliced
• 0.5 teaspoons Garlic powder
• 0.25 teaspoons Paprika (optional, for garnish)
• 0.25 teaspoons Black pepper
• 0.25 teaspoons Salt (adjust to taste)

Directions

Step 1

In a medium mixing bowl, add the softened cream cheese and sour cream. Use a hand mixer or a spoon to blend until smooth and creamy.

Step 2

Flake the cooked salmon into small pieces, ensuring there are no bones, and add it to the bowl.

Step 3

Add the lemon juice, dill, green onions, garlic powder, black pepper, and salt to the mixture. Mix well to combine all ingredients evenly.

Step 4

Taste the dip and adjust salt or seasoning as needed.

Step 5

Transfer the salmon dip to a serving bowl and sprinkle paprika on top for garnish, if desired.

Step 6

Serve immediately with crackers, baguette slices, or fresh vegetables, or cover and refrigerate until ready to serve.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	622.7 grams (622.7g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1522

Total Fat 132.10g	169%
Saturated Fat 70.10g	351%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.00g
Cholesterol 452mg	151%
Sodium 1511mg	66%
Total Carbohydrate 26.00g	9%
Dietary Fiber 1.70g	6%
Total Sugars 16.90g
Protein 69.50g	139%

Vitamin D 1293IU	6464%
Calcium 439mg	34%
Iron 3mg	18%
Potassium 1219mg	26%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 75.7%

Protein: 17.7%

Carbs: 6.6%