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After this morning’s egg hunt, after the baskets have all been found, half the Peeps eaten and the See’s candy box left in tatters, somehow, impossibly, you’re still hungry.
Or perhaps you’re just hungry for real food instead of sugar food.
Whether it’s lunch you need or simply an appetizer before the feast, this dip fits the bill. It has only three ingredients, and one of them – Greek yogurt – is a stand-in for higher-fat sour cream or mayo. So you’re golden.
It’s modeled after a dip we fell in love with at a local restaurant. It’s described in only a few words in the “starters” section on the True Food Kitchen restaurant menu, but my family can’t stop thinking about this dish after we ate it a month ago during a family outing.
SALMON DIP $12
House Smoked Salmon, Greek Yogurt & Crispy Pita
Moments after the server slid it onto our table, we inhaled it, fought over who had the communal plate in front of them for longer than the other person and assigned blame to the guilty party who scraped the last little bit up off the platter. I swear someone lifted up the plate and licked it clean right there. Unembarrassed, we vowed to order two the next time we came there. Just your standard dinner out with the Shockingly Delicious husband and children. 😀
And so I looked for an ideal time to see if I could make it myself at home. Easter is that time, so I offer it today for our Sunday Supper Easter feast. The buffet table will be groaning with all that we brought, so take a look at the list under my recipe.
Happy Easter!
PASSOVER NOTE: To make this for Passover, ditch the pita and use matzah instead!
Recipe: Smoked Salmon Dip with Greek Yogurt and Capers
Summary: Smoky, creamy and with a salty pop from the capers, this Smoked Salmon Dip is versatile as a shared lunch or appetizer, scooped onto pita wedges.
Ingredients
- 1 (7-ounce) container Greek yogurt (I used Fage 2%)
- 4 ounces hot-smoked salmon
- 1 tablespoon capers
- 2-4 pita breads
- Garnish: Chopped tomatoes (optional)
Instructions
- Scoop the yogurt into a bowl. Using your fingers, flake the salmon into the bowl, and stir to combine. You can stir well to make sure it is a uniform consistency, or stir lightly and leave it more rustic looking.
- Scrape into a serving bowl or plate. Drain capers and sprinkle decoratively. Surround it with chopped tomato if you are using that.
- Cut pita breads into wedges and serve alongside. If sharing this for a meal for 2, count on 1 pita per person. If serving as an appetizer for more people, you’ll need at least 4 pita breads.
- Serves 2-6
Recipe source
Dorothy Reinhold | Shockingly Delicious. Modeled after a similar dip from True Food Kitchen restaurant.
Sunday Supper
See this page for all the wonderful #SundaySupper dishes I have made since I joined this group, and links to all the other delicious dishes made by my fellow cooks.
Preparation time: 5 minutes
Diet type: Pescatarian
Diet tags: Gluten free
Number of servings (yield): 2
Culinary tradition: USA (General)
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Love that you used a little Greek yogurt here – it must make it a little tangy + a little healthier!
Julie,
Yep, a tiny bit tangy, but not uncomfortably so. And yes, it does cut down on the fat from sour cream.
I love greek yogurt in dips!! Such a great, lighter way to do it. Great appetizer and looks great!
Thanks Alice!
I love capers — I put them in almost everything so I can’t wait to make this! Looks fantastic!!!!
Jennifer,
Capers RULE!
LOL. Very fun reading about the antics of the Reinholds at the restaurant…As much as I love my sweets, I’m a happy camper any day of the week with Greek yogurt and salmon on pita chips =)
Ninja,
Yes, we are an amusing bunch when you let us out of the house!
Dishes like this are perfect for the holidays! I love a bunch of things to snack on.
Laura,
Me too. I could make a meal from appetizers.
Yummy! Great looking dip Dorothy! I can see why one might be tempted to lick the plate…um maybe I’ll just make it at home so I let my animalistic spirit soar! It would be killer with a glass or three of sparkling wine!
Martin,
Yay, I guess correctly about what might go with it!
Funny, when I first looked at your opening picture, my mind immediately thought that I can make this delish app and eat it with matzo. Then I read you had the very same thought! 🙂
Happy Easter Dorothy!
Desserts,
Yep, you could put this on any type of unseasoned cracker that you like, or even baguette slices, if pita isn’t your type of thing. Matzoh is perfect.
One of my faves for sure 🙂
Love the Passover tidbit 🙂 I really like the use of Greek yogurt here, I may have to try this out even though I usually don’t like smoked salmon…it could change my mind!
Shaina,
Note that this is hot smoked salmon, not cold smoked. So it is a firmer, flaky fish, not the cold slimy stuff.
This looks like such a great “real food” option to have around to snack on. Whenever I have cookie parties I make sure to offer a lot of savoury, this one might go on the list for the omnivores.
Oh Shannon, how great would this be followed by cookies!
I different way to serve smoked salmon. Sounds like you won the food fight!
That cracks me up, Dorothy! I could see someone in our family licking the plate as well. (Possibly me.) I knew when I saw your title that I was going to love this dip. All my favorite things!
Stacy,
So glad our family is not the only weird one.
My daughter would fight me for this dip. Smoked salmon is her ultimate food right now!! It looks fantastic!!!
Tara,
Thanks! I did have to give one of my kids the stinkeye so I could get some of this!
Mmmmm I love to try this, sooo yummy! Happy Easter
Seduction,
It is yummy, and cannot get easier. Hardest part is finding a spoon to stir it together!
I know some people that would go crazy for this dip! Replace those pitas with matzo and now it’s good for passover!
Susan,
Great idea!
Your dip looks just amazing! So creative too!!
Jennifer,
Thanks! I want you to try it!
SO simple and delicious. I seriously could make a meal out of your dip!
Liz,
We did, the other night! That and a glass of wine and I was a happy camper. I piled diced fresh tomatoes around it. YUM!
Yes, I’ve been waiting to see this post. Will I try this recipe? You bet I will! Thanks, Dorothy, for sharing this recipe! Happy Holiday.
Alaiyo,
This is right up your pescetarian alley!
A must try! I love how you used Greek yogurt instead of sour cream. Delicious!
Manu,
The yogurt is really good in here. You won’t miss the sour cream.