Smoked Salmon Carpaccio

Name: Smoked Salmon Carpaccio
Prep time: 5 min
Cook time: 5 min
Total time: 10 min
Ingredients: ½ oz. dill (keep a few sprigs behind (garnish), and finely chop the rest); 3 tablespoons honey; 1 tablespoon coarse mustard; ¼ teaspoon sea salt; ⅛ teaspoon ground black pepper; 1/2 pound smoked salmon (thinly sliced); 2 cups mixed lettuce; 1 red onion (sliced); 4 teaspoons capers

Today, a delicious and elegant appetizer: Salmon Carpaccio with honey mustard dressing. The salty smoked salmon, sweet honey, and spicy mustard are flavors that complement each other very well. You can quickly prepare the honey mustard dressing without packages and bags. And with ingredients, you probably already have them at home.

This homemade dressing and smoked salmon make this appetizer so delicious. An additional advantage: it is very easy to make. Everything is on the table within 10 minutes. And this dish is wonderful for a special occasion, such as a nice dinner party, an elegant lunch, Easter or Christmas. A real treat!

A photo from above of a round white plate with slices of smoked salmon carpaccio, salad, red onion, capers and a honey dill sauce. A white background.

Heavenly salmon carpaccio with sweet honey mustard dressing

Looking back at my favorite dinners, I usually quickly think of the tastiest starters (my favorite course). I can enjoy a delicious beef carpaccio or a smoked chicken salad, and with this starter, the salty salmon is combined with the sweet, spicy sauce.

And that makes this recipe. I remember how it tasted the first time I made it: the salty, smoky salmon perfectly combined with the sweet, spicy sauce. This is just tasty! Since that day, I have made it several times, and it continues to be a hit with my family and guests.

So if you're looking for a delicious, easy-to-make entree, this smoked salmon carpaccio with honey mustard dressing is an excellent choice. And I will quickly show you how to make this yourself.

What do you need for Salmon Carpaccio with honey mustard dressing (Carpaccio Di Salmon)?

To prepare this Smoked Salmon Carpaccio, you require the following ingredients. You can find the correct amounts in the recipe card at the bottom of the blog:

Smoked salmon: Use thin slices of cold smoked salmon, for example, Norwegian salmon, real Dutch salmon, or wild salmon.
Red onion: has a deep red, almost purple skin, slightly thinner than the skin of a regular yellow onion. It is somewhat less sharp in taste and, therefore, delicious to eat raw in a salad.
Mixed Lettuce: This is a good choice for salads because it is crunchy and stays fresh longer. You can also replace it with arugula, which tastes slightly peppery.
Honey: Adds a slightly spicy sweetness to the dressing.
Coarse Mustard: This is a bit darker and gives the dressing a kick. The seeds are coarsely ground with coarse mustard, which provides a nice structure and bite.
Dill: A soft herb with fine needle-like leaves. It has a slightly sweet lemon and vinegary taste. Use fresh dill, not the dried variety, which can have an aftertaste.
Capers: these deep green balls are fresh, peppery, and spicy. They are the unopened flower buds of the caper plant.

How to prepare Salmon Carpaccio, an easy starter

You can find a printable recipe with a detailed description at the bottom of this blog.

4 collage photo preparation Salmon carpaccio with honey mustard dressing

Start by making the honey mustard sauce. Mix in a small bowl honey, mustard, and finely chopped dill. Season with salt and pepper.
Arrange the salmon slices in a single layer, as much as possible, on a plate.
Divide some mixed lettuce in the middle over the salmon carpaccio.
Sprinkle with red onion, capers, and small sprigs of dill. Pour the honey dill dressing over the salmon carpaccio and serve immediately.

Tips, Substitutions, and Variations Substitutions

Also tasty: Asian salmon carpaccio. Make a dressing of soy sauce, rice vinegar, sesame oil, ginger, and garlic. Garnish the carpaccio with spring onions, sesame seeds, and tufts of wasabi.
Also tasty (2): Mediterranean salmon carpaccio recipe. Garnish the carpaccio with finely chopped tomatoes, capers, and red onion. Make a dressing of olive oil, lemon juice and fresh basil, and fresh parsley.
Mustard: Instead of coarse mustard, you can also use yellow or Dijon mustard.
Drizzle extra virgin olive oil on top for extra flavor.

What is salmon carpaccio?

Thinly sliced salmon slices. This can be fresh salmon or smoked salmon. Season the salmon carpaccio with a dressing.

Is it safe to eat salmon carpaccio?

Raw meat and fish can always contain bacteria that can make you sick. Getting fresh salmon from a company you trust is always important. Salmon carpaccio is not safe for pregnant women, children, and the elderly.

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