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🥑 Ingredients
For 4–6 small servings:
- 2 ripe avocados, peeled and pitted
- 150g (about 5 oz) smoked salmon, chopped (reserve a few slices for garnish)
- 2 tablespoons cream cheese or sour cream
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice (freshly squeezed)
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 small clove garlic, minced (optional)
- Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
- Fresh dill or chives, for garnish
- Lemon zest, for garnish
- Crackers or toasted baguette slices, for serving (optional)
👩🍳 Instructions
- Prepare the Avocado Base
In a food processor or blender, combine the avocado, lemon juice, cream cheese (or sour cream), olive oil, and garlic (if using). Blend until completely smooth. Season with salt and pepper to taste. - Add the Smoked Salmon
Add most of the chopped smoked salmon to the blender and pulse a few times to mix. You want to incorporate the salmon without fully pureeing it—leaving a bit of texture is ideal. - Chill the Mousse
Spoon the mousse into small glasses, ramekins, or serving bowls. Cover with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes, or until ready to serve. The chilling helps the mousse set slightly and enhances the flavor. - Garnish Before Serving
Just before serving, top each mousse with a small slice of smoked salmon, a sprig of fresh dill or chopped chives, a little lemon zest, and a crack of fresh black pepper. - Serve and Enjoy
Serve with crisp crackers, crostini, or cucumber rounds for a refreshing bite.
🎁 Presentation Tips for the Holidays
- Serve in mini glass cups or shot glasses for an elegant individual portion.
- Add a festive touch with red peppercorns or pomegranate seeds for a pop of color.
- Use star-shaped toasts or crackers for a seasonal flair.
✅ Tips & Variations
- Make It Dairy-Free: Use dairy-free cream cheese or a bit of coconut cream in place of regular cream cheese.
- Add Heat: Add a pinch of cayenne pepper or a dash of hot sauce for a spicy kick.
- Use Different Fish: Swap smoked salmon for smoked trout or even canned tuna for a more budget-friendly version.
- Layered Look: For a more visual presentation, layer avocado mousse and smoked salmon in a clear glass, alternating for a parfait-style dish.
🎄 Why It Belongs on Your Holiday Table
With its rich flavor, beautiful green hue from the avocado, and luxurious topping of smoked salmon, this mousse is the perfect way to kick off your Christmas celebration. It’s light enough not to weigh guests down before the main meal, yet indulgent enough to feel festive and special.
Whether you’re hosting a formal dinner or a casual Christmas brunch, this Avocado and Smoked Salmon Mousse brings elegance, flavor, and holiday cheer to every bite.
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