25 smoked salmon recipes
Our smoked salmon recipes range from brunches and salads to Christmas canapés and dinner party starters. Discover plenty of hot- and cold-smoked options
Looking for smoked salmon recipes? From smoked salmon pasta dishes, pâtés and quiches to hot-smoked salmon salads and brunch dishes, we've got lots of inspiration. Try our recipes and ideas below, then try our salmon recipes and smoked salmon starters.
Smoked salmon is a highly versatile food which pairs well with a range of different flavours. Serve it warm in a creamy pasta dish or gnocchi bake for dinner, or enjoy it in a hearty salad. It also works perfectly as a rye bread topper for lunch or makes for an eye-catching canapé in a vol-au-vent or filo pastry tart. For something more impressive, try our tea-smoked whole side of salmon which delivers some seriously punchy flavours for the perfect dinner party main. Get more inspiration for dinner party mains and starter ideas as well as impressive desserts to make your hosting a success.
If you're after breakfast ideas and brunch recipes, there are also plenty of ways with smoked salmon below. You can also find more ideas for healthy breakfasts and healthy salads by browsing our other collections.
Smoked salmon recipes
Smoked salmon pasta
Horseradish and watercress elevate this speedy and straightforward pasta dish, which works equally well with linguine or spaghetti.
Individual smoked salmon terrine
Making individual portions is much easier than making a large terrine in a tin – this recipe is easily halved or doubled, too.
Hot-smoked salmon vol-au-vents
These retro hot smoked salmon vol-au-vents can be rustled up ahead of time and serve up to six – the perfect dinner party addition.
Hot-smoked salmon oven hash
The contrast of hot potatoes with cool crème fraîche and smoky fish makes for a lovely brunch dish - and the roasting tin does the hard work for you.
Smoked salmon breakfast flatbread
Feed a crowd with this no-fuss, show-off brunch recipe starring smoked salmon. Chives, capers and lemon are some of salmon's most trusty companions, and all are in attendance here.
Hot-smoked salmon salad with chive buttermilk dressing
Soft hunks of hot-smoked salmon top this fresh, crunchy salad. It's all finished off perfectly with a tangy buttermilk and chive dressing that works well with this fish.
Smoked salmon pâté with bagel crisps
A twist on the classic american salmon and cream cheese bagel. This version uses warmed smoked salmon, lemon and watercress on top of crispy bagel. The perfect food for a party.
Smoked salmon and cream cheese galettes
Serve these sesame seeded galettes topped with herby cream cheese and delicate smoked salmon as a starter or light lunch with some salad leaves.
Smoked salmon and avocado on toast
This recipe is bound to get you out of bed in the morning. Creamy avocado and delicious smoked salmon feel like an indulgence, while the tomato chilli and mint dressing elevates it even higher. As it all comes in at under 300 calories, though, you can have a little bit of luxury any day of the week.
Hot-smoked salmon, gnocchi and spinach bake
Ready-made gnocchi and frozen spinach are an easy base for this creamy, satisfying dish. Prep the day before and all you’ll have to do is slide this into the oven when you're ready to eat
Giant couscous salad with hot smoked salmon
This hearty and punchy smoked fish salad is easy and quick to pull together and can be prepped ahead, making it perfect for entertaining.
Hot-smoked salmon and sushi rice salad
This recipe for hot-smoked salmon with sushi rice is easy to make, ready in under 30 minutes and under 500 calories – great for lunch or a healthy dinner.
Green tortilla with smoked salmon
A chunky spinach, potato and chive tortilla, with a side of smoked salmon, this beauty would make for a great weekend brunch.
Baked avocado with smoked salmon & egg
The strong flavour of smoked salmon balances well with creamy avocados. Top them with eggs and bake for 10 mins to make a quick, healthy brunch.
Tea-smoked salmon with cucumber and lemon
Tea-smoking your own fish is much easier than you’d imagine. Earl grey adds a lovely flavour, but if you’re a real smoke-lover, try lapsang souchong. Serve with a salad of blanched onion and cucumber in a white wine vinegar and rapeseed dressing.
Smoked salmon and egg muffins
Used up leftover smoked salmon the day after with our quick and simple breakfast muffins. Packed with avocado, smoked salmon and frittata, they are full of protein and flavour, not to mention being ready in just 30 minutes.
Hot-smoked salmon cakes
Hot-smoked salmon is joined by potato, lemon zest, spring onions and dill in these comforting fishcakes. They're quick and easy to make, perfect for a midweek meal. You could make double and freeze some for later.
Pizza bianca with smoked salmon and spring onions
This type of pizza uses a creamy white base rather than tomato sauce – perfect for that soft and delicate smoked salmon. Pile high with fresh spring onion and rocket.
Hot-smoked salmon and broccoli quiche
This crustless hot-smoked salmon and broccoli quiche is ready in under an hour and under 300 calories - perfect for the 5:2 diet.
Smoked salmon, avocado and cucumber stacks
These stacks are made of three layers: dill-dressed cucumber, lemony avocado and soft folds of smoked salmon. Enjoy with bread for a great brunch or lunch, or serve as a dinner party starter that's low-calorie and gluten-free.
Potted smoked salmon
Smoked salmon is joined by fresh salmon in this rillettes-style pâté, for a result that's light but deeply flavoured. Clarified butter seals the pots, so they can be made a day or two in advance – ideal for a big family meal or dinner party.
Hot-smoked salmon and courgette mini quiches
These little wonders, packed with tender flakes of hot-smoked salmon, look striking, are gorgeously crunchy and easy to put together. Great for an early summer picnic.
Smoked salmon, beetroot and sorrel
Jackson Boxer serves this smart starter at his Hebrides-inspired Notting Hill restaurant, Orasay. Here's how to make it at home for your next dinner party.
Smoked salmon, watercress and horseradish pasta
A quick and easy pasta dish for two featuring soft slices of smoked salmon and horseradish sauce (a match made in heaven). Filling and tasty, this speedy midweek meal is on the table in less than half an hour.
Smoked salmon with green spinach pancakes and soured cream
A great way to serve smoked salmon for breakfast. This colourful dish is easy to whip up – the vibrant green pancakes are a great bed for fresh-tasting smoked salmon and dill-flecked soured cream.
Comments, questions and tips
By entering your details, you are agreeing to our terms and conditions and privacy policy. You can unsubscribe at any time.