Creamy Smoked Salmon Cream Cheese Dip Easy Recipe with Everything Seasoning
A quick and easy creamy smoked salmon cream cheese dip with everything seasoning that is perfect for entertaining and crowd-pleasing. Ready in under 15 minutes, this dip combines smoky salmon, creamy cheese, and a crunchy seasoning blend for a delicious snack.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: 8 servings 1x
- Category: Appetizer
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
- 8 oz (225 g) cream cheese, softened
- 4 oz (115 g) smoked salmon, chopped
- 2 tbsp everything bagel seasoning
- 1 tbsp fresh dill, finely chopped
- 1 tbsp fresh lemon juice
- 1/2 tsp garlic powder
- 1/4 tsp freshly ground black pepper
- Optional: 2 tbsp sour cream or Greek yogurt
Instructions
- Soften the cream cheese by leaving it out at room temperature for about 20–30 minutes.
- Chop the smoked salmon into small, bite-sized pieces about 1/4 inch (0.6 cm) chunks.
- In a mixing bowl, add the softened cream cheese. If desired, stir in sour cream or Greek yogurt for extra creaminess and tang.
- Add garlic powder, black pepper, and everything bagel seasoning (reserve a little for garnish). Add fresh lemon juice and chopped dill.
- Use a hand mixer on low speed or a sturdy spoon to blend everything until smooth and well combined, with small chunks of salmon and herbs visible.
- Taste and adjust flavor by adding more lemon juice, seasoning, or dill as desired. Avoid adding extra salt due to the saltiness of the seasoning.
- Cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to let flavors meld and the dip firm up slightly.
- Transfer to a serving bowl and sprinkle extra everything seasoning on top. Garnish with fresh dill sprigs if desired.
Notes
Do not microwave cream cheese to soften as it can become grainy. Chill the dip for at least 30 minutes for best texture and flavor. If too thick after chilling, stir in a teaspoon of milk or cream to loosen. Use a sharp knife to finely chop smoked salmon to avoid tearing. Everything seasoning can be homemade by toasting sesame and poppy seeds and mixing with dried onion and garlic.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 tablespoons
- Calories: 90
- Sodium: 220
- Fat: 7
- Carbohydrates: 1
- Protein: 5
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