Salmon mousse

Try this delectable smoked salmon and cream cheese mousse with a hint of citrus for your pre-turkey Christmas starter.

20 minutes prep. time
Serves 8
Salads & light bites, Christmas

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500g smoked salmon slices*
600g full fat soft cheese
1 lemon, juice of
20g fresh dill, finely chopped
20g chives, finely chopped
300g smoked salmon slices, for wrapping
4 bread rolls
80g rocket
Vegetable oil
Salt and pepper

*We recommend using fish that is certified sustainable by the Marine Stewardship Council. Look out for the MSC blue fish label on the packaging.

Slicing the salmon

If the salmon is a bit too soft, place in the freezer for 15 minutes before cutting.

Step 1

Blitz 300g of salmon in a food processor until smooth.

Step 2

Mix the pureed salmon, cream cheese, lemon juice, dill and chives in a mixing bowl.

Step 3

Lay out a sheet of parchment paper on the side and lay the smoked salmon slices in a rectangle.

Step 4

Place the cream cheese mixture down the centre of the salmon.

Step 5

Wrap the salmon around the filling using the parchment.

Step 6

Twist the ends of the parchment to tighten the roll so it looks like a Christmas cracker and then secure with string or a clip. Chill in the fridge overnight.

Step 7

Slice the bread rolls into thin slices, lay on a lined baking sheet, drizzle with oil and season. Place them in the oven at 180°C (160°C fan/gas mark 4) for 10 minutes until crisp and golden.