Elegant Smoked Salmon Sandwich: 10-Minute Homemade Brunch
Restaurant-Worthy Smoked Salmon Sandwich Recipe (+ Delicious Salad Dressing)
Introducing a sandwich bursting with the exquisite flavor of fresh smoked salmon. We’ve cleverly used leftover ingredients from a Niçoise salad to create this delightful sandwich, which can be ready in just 10 minutes for a satisfying meal. I’ll also share a recipe for a wonderfully tasty dressing to accompany your sandwich. Enjoy a simple yet sophisticated dish!
Sandwich Base Ingredients- 2 slices multigrain bread
- 1 hard-boiled egg
- 50g smoked salmon (adjust to taste)
- Generous amount of fresh ricotta cheese
- A handful of sprouts & salad greens
- A few cherry tomatoes
- A pinch of freshly ground pepper
- A little chopped fresh dill
Hearty Vegetable Mix- 30g onion, finely chopped
- 20g cucumber, seeds removed and roughly chopped
- 5 green or black olives, sliced
Zesty Vegetable Mix Dressing- 1 Tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- 1/2 Tbsp mayonnaise
- 1/2 tsp chopped fresh dill
- 1/2 Tbsp Dijon mustard
- 1/2 tsp chopped capers
- 1/4 tsp lemon zest
- 1 Tbsp fresh lemon juice
- 2 tsp sugar
- 1/2 tsp white wine vinegar
- A pinch of salt & a little freshly ground pepper
- 30g onion, finely chopped
- 20g cucumber, seeds removed and roughly chopped
- 5 green or black olives, sliced
Zesty Vegetable Mix Dressing- 1 Tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- 1/2 Tbsp mayonnaise
- 1/2 tsp chopped fresh dill
- 1/2 Tbsp Dijon mustard
- 1/2 tsp chopped capers
- 1/4 tsp lemon zest
- 1 Tbsp fresh lemon juice
- 2 tsp sugar
- 1/2 tsp white wine vinegar
- A pinch of salt & a little freshly ground pepper
Cooking Instructions
Step 1
**Step 1: Prepare all your ingredients meticulously.**
* **Hard-boiled egg:** Peel the egg and slice it into even rounds.
* **Greens:** Gently wash your sprouts and salad greens under running water. For extra crispness, soak them in ice water for a few minutes, then thoroughly pat them dry.
* **Cucumber:** Carefully remove the seeds, then roughly chop the flesh into pieces about the size of a fingernail tip. This ensures a pleasant texture.
* **Onion:** Finely chop the onion to a similar rough dice as the cucumber. (If you find raw onion too pungent, you can soak it in cold water briefly before chopping.)
* **Olives:** Pit and slice the olives thinly.
* **Cherry Tomatoes:** Remove the stems and slice them thinly.
* **Dill:** Ensure the dill is dry, then chop it finely to release its aromatic oils.
* **Capers:** Drain and finely chop the capers.
* **Lemon:** Wash a lemon thoroughly. Grate the zest from the yellow part of the peel. Cut the lemon in half and squeeze out the fresh juice.
Step 2
**Step 2: Whip up a delicious dressing.**
In a small bowl, combine all the dressing ingredients: olive oil, mayonnaise, chopped dill, Dijon mustard, chopped capers, lemon zest, lemon juice, sugar, white wine vinegar, salt, and pepper. Whisk everything together with a fork or small whisk until smooth and well combined. This creates a beautifully balanced dressing.
Step 3
**Step 3: Create your flavorful vegetable mix.**
In a bowl, add the roughly chopped onion and cucumber, and the sliced olives. Pour in about 2-3 tablespoons of the prepared dressing (or adjust to your preference). Gently toss everything together until the vegetables are evenly coated with the zesty dressing. This mix adds wonderful flavor and texture.
Step 4
**Step 4: Toast your bread to perfection.**
Lightly toast the slices of multigrain bread until golden brown and slightly crisp. You can use a toaster, a skillet over medium heat, or bake them in a preheated oven at 170°C (340°F) for about 7-10 minutes. Warm, toasted bread makes all the difference in a sandwich.
Step 5
**Step 5: Assemble your elegant smoked salmon sandwich!**
* Spread a generous layer of creamy ricotta cheese on one slice of the toasted bread. This forms a delicious, moist base.
* On the other slice of toasted bread, arrange a neat layer of the patted-dry sprouts and salad greens.
* Evenly spread the vegetable mix from Step 3 over the greens, creating a substantial layer.
* Arrange the sliced hard-boiled egg on top of the vegetable mix.
* Now, artfully layer the smoked salmon. Don’t be shy – use as much as you like! The beautiful pink salmon is the star.
* Sprinkle a little more of the fresh chopped dill over the smoked salmon for an extra burst of aroma.
* Add the sliced cherry tomatoes for a pop of color and freshness.
* If the vegetable mix seems a little dry, you can drizzle a touch more of the dressing over the top. Finish with a sprinkle of freshly ground black pepper for enhanced flavor.
* Finally, place the ricotta-spread slice of bread on top to complete your sandwich. Voilà! A delicious, nutritious, and elegant smoked salmon sandwich is ready to be enjoyed!
