Smoked Salmon Dip Paired with Jost Tidal Bay

This creamy smoked salmon dip is a simple and flavourful addition to any gathering. Made with Nova Scotia smoked salmon, cream cheese, fresh dill and sumac, it pairs perfectly with crackers, vegetables or a crisp baguette.

Recipe

Smoked Salmon Dip Paired with Jost Tidal Bay

Servings 6

Ingredients:  

  • 1 tsp apple cider vinegar
  • 7 oz Nova Scotia smoked salmon
  • 7 oz cream cheese softened
  • 1/4 cup sour cream
  • 1/4 cup mayonnaise
  • 1/2 cup garlic clove minced
  • 1 1/2 tsp dried sumac
  • 1/4 cup fresh dill
  • salt & pepper to taste

Instructions: 

  • Starting with the apple cider vinegar, place all ingredients in a food processor. Until you gauge the saltiness of the smoked salmon, use a pinch of salt to start.
    1 tsp apple cider vinegar, 7 oz Nova Scotia smoked salmon, 7 oz cream cheese, 1/4 cup sour cream, 1/4 cup mayonnaise, 1/2 cup garlic clove, 1 1/2 tsp dried sumac, 1/4 cup fresh dill, salt & pepper
  • Blend ingredients until smooth, about 10 seconds on high. Scrape sides as required.
  • Adjust the dried sumac, salt, and pepper to taste.
  • Blend again briefly, then transfer into a bowl.
  • Garnish with fresh dill and serve with crackers, baguette, celery sticks, carrots, cucumber, or your favourite potato chip!
  • Wine Pairing:
    Crisp and aromatic, Jost Vineyards’ Tidal Bay is the perfect complement for this dip.

Local Source Guide

Wine: Jost Vineyards


Credits

Photography by: Michelle Doucette

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