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Sunday Low Carb Breakfast: Smoked Salmon and Cream Cheese Stack Recipe

Name: Sunday Low Carb Breakfast: Smoked Salmon and Cream Cheese Stack Recipe
Total time: 5 min
Yield: 120 g
Ingredients: smoked salmon 6 oz; cream cheese 4 oz; fresh dill 2 tbsp; lemon 1 piece; black pepper 0.25 tsp; capers 1 tbsp

Layers of smoked salmon and cream cheese stacked up and sliced. No cooking, no carbs, and it looks like something from a brunch café menu.

Cook 5 min Difficulty EASY 320 kcal

#keto #mediterranean #low carb #high protein

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Ingredients

Main ingredients

smoked salmon 6 oz
cream cheese 4 oz
fresh dill 2 tbsp
lemon 1 piece

Seasonings/Sauce

black pepper 0.25 tsp
capers 1 tbsp

Nutrition summary

Carbohydrates 3 g 4%

Protein 19 g 24%

Fat 25 g 72%

Serving size 120g

Cooking steps

1

Lay out a sheet of parchment paper on a flat surface to prevent sticking.
2

Arrange half of the smoked salmon slices in a single even layer, slightly overlapping, to form a rectangle about 6x8 inches.
3

Spread half the cream cheese gently over the salmon layer using an offset spatula, keeping the layer even and stopping just short of the edges.
4

Sprinkle a tablespoon of fresh dill, a few capers, and several grinds of black pepper evenly over the cream cheese.
5

Add the second layer of smoked salmon over the first, aligning the edges and pressing gently for a neat stack.
6

Repeat with the remaining cream cheese, dill, and capers. Finish with a squeeze of fresh lemon juice over the top layer.
7

Using a sharp chef’s knife, trim the edges for clean sides, then slice the stack into even portions. Serve chilled.

Personalized Q&A

Q. What's the key ingredient in this recipe?

The signature ingredient is smoked salmon, which gives the stack a delicate, savory flavor and silky texture. Its pairing with cream cheese defines the dish's identity and makes it a brunch classic.

Q. Do I need special cooking skills for this stack?

No cooking is involved—success depends on careful layering and gentle spreading of the cream cheese to avoid tearing the delicate salmon. Use cold ingredients and an offset spatula for best results.

Q. How do I keep the stack from falling apart or becoming messy?

Keep the salmon and cream cheese well chilled before assembly. Lay each layer evenly, avoid overfilling, and press gently when stacking. A sharp knife ensures clean slices, and chilling before serving helps the stack hold its shape.

Q. What is the calorie and carb content per serving?

Each serving (120g) delivers about 320 kcal, 3g carbohydrate (4% of total calories), 19g protein (24%), and 25g fat (72%), making it especially low in carbs and keto-friendly.

Sunday Low Carb Breakfast: Smoked Salmon and Cream Cheese Stack Recipe

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