Description
A delicious twist on cheesecake featuring creamy avocado and smoked salmon, perfect for a savory treat.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup softened cream cheese
- 1 ripe avocado
- 1/2 cup chopped smoked salmon
- 1/4 cup sour cream
- 1/4 cup Greek yogurt
- 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/4 teaspoon sea salt
- 1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
- 1/4 cup chopped fresh dill (or 1 tablespoon dried dill)
- 1/2 cup crushed crackers (like Ritz or saltines)
- 2 tablespoons melted unsalted butter
Instructions
- In a large bowl, mash the avocado until creamy, then mix in the softened cream cheese until the texture is smooth and homogenous.
- Stir in the chopped smoked salmon, sour cream, Greek yogurt, lemon juice, Worcestershire sauce, garlic powder, salt, pepper, and dill until everything is well incorporated.
- In another bowl, combine the crushed crackers with the melted butter, mixing until the crumbs are evenly coated. Press this mixture firmly into the base of a 9-inch springform pan to create a solid crust.
- Pour the creamy avocado and salmon mixture over the crust, spreading it out evenly with a spatula to ensure a smooth surface.
- Cover the pan with plastic wrap and place it in the refrigerator for a minimum of 4 hours, or overnight for optimal firmness.
- When ready to serve, gently release the sides of the springform pan. Cut into slices and, if desired, top with extra dill or lemon wedges for garnish.
Notes
- For an added zing, mix in a teaspoon of sriracha or your favorite hot sauce into the avocado blend.
- To enhance the meal, pair it with a fresh side salad or serve it on a bed of mixed greens.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Refrigeration
- Cuisine: Fusion
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 230
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 6g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 8g
- Cholesterol: 50mg
Keywords: savory Avocado & Salmon Cheesecake, creamy avocado cheesecake, smoked salmon dessert