Last Updated on December 26, 2020 by Sweet and Savoury Pursuits
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This Smoked Salmon and Boursin Crostini appetizer is made with only a few ingredients, can be assembled in minutes and is sure to impress your guests.
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Hosting dinner parties can be so much fun. But preparing for them can be challenging when we have very little free time.
If you are trying to figure out something special to serve that is quick and easy to prepare, consider this elegant appetizer made with cold-smoked salmon and Boursin cheese.
Appetizers with Smoked Salmon
Appetizers made with smoked salmon are a favourite with my family and friends. Though both cold and hot smoked salmon are delicious, I love using cold smoked salmon to make simple appetizers like this Smoked Salmon Crostini or this Smoked Salmon Cream Cheese Dip.
How to Make Crostini
This Smoked Salmon and Boursin Crostini is made with only 6 ingredients. It's ready in minutes and looks beautiful and classy once assembled.
Steps Overview:
You can prepare parts of this appetizer ahead of time by toasting your slices of baguette and combining the ingredients of the Boursin spread the day before the party.
Just refrigerate the spread and keep the crostini in a container at room temperature until you're ready to assemble the appetizer.
To make the spread, combine the Boursin cheese with the sour cream by whisking it vigorously to form a velvety smooth cream that can be easily spread.
Spread a dollop of the mixture on the crostini and then lay a slice of smoked salmon on top.
If desired, sprinkle with a tiny amount of ground smoked pepper (or regular pepper) and top with a spear or two of fresh chives. Et voilà, you're all done!
I assure you every bite of this appetizer is scrumptious and your guests will devour them! Enjoy!
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If you make this recipe let me know how it went for you in the comment section below. I'd love to know if you made any variations to the recipe and how it worked out. And if you take a picture, share it with me on Instagram by tagging #sweetandsavourypursuits, I love to see your photos!
Smoked Salmon and Boursin Crostini
Ingredients
- 24 slices of baguette (that’s about ½ baguette sliced into ¼-inch rounds)
- 2 tbsp. olive oil
- 115 grams smoked salmon
- 7 tbsp. Boursin Garlic & Fine Herbs
- 7 tbsp. sour cream I used full fat
- ½ tsp. smoked pepper (optional but so good)
- a few sprigs of fresh chives optional
Instructions
- Place a rack 6 inches from the broiler element and heat the broiler on high.
- Set the slices of baguette on a baking sheet. Brush the tops with a little olive oil.
- Place the baking sheet under the broiler and toast the bread until they are crispy and lightly golden on top, about 2 minutes.
- Whisk the Boursin cheese with the sour cream until you have a lump free creamy consistency.
- Take the crostini and spread the creamy cheese on top. Place the smoked salmon over the cheese spread and sprinkle with a tiny bit of smoked pepper (if you have it).
- To finish, garnish with fresh chives.
- Serve immediately.
Nutrition
This post was originally published in January 2015. The post has been updated.
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Heidi says
This appetizer recipe looks delicious. I plan to make it for brunch on Sunday. But I noticed the smoked salmon is missing from the recipe ingredients. How much smoked salmon will be needed? Thanks!
Sweet and Savoury Pursuits says
Hi Heidi, so sorry about that, you'll need about 3.5 to 4 ounces (or about 115 grams) of smoked salmon.
Joan Deschamps says
Why would these have to be "served immediately"? I was hoping to make them to take to a "pot luck" holiday gathering which is about 30 minutes from my home.
Sweet and Savoury Pursuits says
Hi Joan, you could do that for sure, but the humidity from the cheese and sour cream spread will soften the bread a little and so the crostini won't be as crisp. Also I'm not sure how well the assembled crostinis will travel, they may come apart a bit. Is it an option to assemble the crostini at the gathering?
Joan says
Thanks for the explanation; I should have thought about the crostini softening! I think I will save these for a time when the gathering is at my home and travel isn't involved. (Assembly at the gathering isn't practical due to limited counter space.)
Sweet and Savoury Pursuits says
My pleasure Joan. If you really want to make something with smoked salmon, you could try the smoked salmon and cream cheese dip on my blog, it's delicious, can be served with a variety of veggies, crackers and breads and it will travel very well.
alifemoment says
I am really getting hungry right now, great starter and great shots, I love smoked salmon
Sweet and Savoury Pursuits says
Thanks! Appetizers with smoked salmon are always a hit with me!
Lan | morestomach says
this is so fancy looking! i adore smoked salmon, though i never buy it. for a nondairy version, when i need a bagel lox, i typically ask for avocado and it provides just the right amount of creaminess. but using garlic&herb cheese is so goooood.
Sweet and Savoury Pursuits says
I agree avocado is really good as well. It's a great idea for a creamy base substitute for those who don't each cheese or simply for variety. Thanks for the idea!
Baraa says
Looks delicious!
Sweet and Savoury Pursuits says
Thank you so much!!
spiceinthecity says
Yum, i love smoked salmon, so love this idea 🙂
Sweet and Savoury Pursuits says
Thank you, glad you like it 🙂
deliciouslynell says
How fresh and lovely!
Sweet and Savoury Pursuits says
Thank you!
chefjulianna says
Oh my gosh, your crostini are so beautiful! I completely adore Boursin, so your dish is right up my alley. I just know that smoked salmon on top of it is a little bit of heaven! Thanks so much for joining us for the big fiesta!! Your photos are just gorgeous, by the way! 😀
Sweet and Savoury Pursuits says
Thank you so much! I'm so glad I made it to the Fiesta
indusinternationalkitchen says
What a colorful and lovely appetizer! And love that its so easy to make. I like smoked salmon and this definitely seems like a great combination of flavors and textures. I am not that familiar with boursin but will check it out now! 🙂
Sweet and Savoury Pursuits says
Thank you Indu! Boursin is really delicious and it comes in different flavour variations as well. But I'm sure that flavoured cream cheese would also be delicious.
Janine says
Yum, I love smoked salmon paired with cream cheese. Never tried the Boursin herb flavour, but I'm sure it tasted as amazing as it looks. Now I have to go find me some of that cheese!
Sweet and Savoury Pursuits says
Thanks Janine! Hope you can find it but if not I'm sure a garlic and herb cream cheese would be delicious as well.
Hilda says
I'm glad you were able to join us for this special occasion despite your busy schedule. These crostini are so pretty, and a delicious way to enjoy smoked salmon. Beautiful photography too. Hope you enjoy the party which is still in full swing.
Sweet and Savoury Pursuits says
Thank you so much Hilda. I hope to return to FF52 tonight to see what more others have brought with them :).
Hilda says
I don't think you'll be disappointed.
The Novice Gardener says
We've been on a Boursin kick lately in our house. My kids just slather it on plain crackers. Quick snack after school. Putting it on crostini and adding smoked salmon turns it into an appetizer fit for a special occasion!
Sweet and Savoury Pursuits says
Boursin is definitely a favourite in our household as well. It pairs well with so many foods. I'm glad that this appetizer turned out to be special enough for FF52!
Julie is HostessAtHeart says
This appetizer is a show stopper! I really like the combination of using the boursin instead of just a creamed cheese.
Sweet and Savoury Pursuits says
Thanks Julie! I liked it too, the flavour of this Boursin cheese really goes well with the smoked salmon.
Lily says
I'm a big fan of smoked salmon too. I usually have it with cream cheese, but your idea with the herb and garlic cheese is even better, thanks for bringing these to the party:)
Sweet and Savoury Pursuits says
Thank you so much Lily! I love it with cream cheese as well 🙂