Pin A festive and vibrant board featuring smoked salmon, hearty winter vegetables, tangy spreads, and rustic breads perfect for entertaining during the colder months.
Ingredients
- Seafood: 250 g smoked salmon, sliced
- Winter Vegetables: 1 small beet, roasted and sliced, 1 small fennel bulb, thinly sliced, 1/2 cup radishes, sliced, 1/2 cup baby arugula, 1/2 cup pickled red onions
- Dairy & Spreads: 120 g cream cheese, 80 g herbed goat cheese, 2 tbsp crème fraîche, 2 tbsp horseradish sauce
- Breads & Crackers: 1 small rustic baguette, sliced and lightly toasted, 100 g rye crackers, 100 g pumpernickel bread, sliced
- Garnishes: 1 lemon, cut into wedges, 2 tbsp capers, drained, 1 tbsp fresh dill, chopped, Freshly ground black pepper, to taste
Instructions
- Step 1:
- Preheat the oven to 200°C (400°F). Wrap the beet in foil and roast for about 40 minutes, or until tender. Let cool, then peel and slice. (This step can be done ahead.)
- Step 2:
- Arrange the smoked salmon in rosettes or gentle folds on a large serving board or platter.
- Step 3:
- Neatly arrange the roasted beet slices, fennel, radishes, baby arugula, and pickled red onions around the salmon.
- Step 4:
- Spoon the cream cheese, herbed goat cheese, crème fraîche, and horseradish sauce into small bowls or ramekins. Place on the board.
- Step 5:
- Fan out the baguette slices, rye crackers, and pumpernickel bread.
- Step 6:
- Garnish the board with lemon wedges, capers, chopped dill, and a few twists of black pepper.
- Step 7:
- Serve immediately, letting guests build their own bites.
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Pin Recipe FAQ
- → What type of vegetables are best for this board?
Roasted root vegetables like beets and fennel add warmth and earthiness, while fresh radishes and arugula contribute crispness and peppery notes.
- → How can I prepare the smoked salmon for serving?
Arrange the smoked salmon in gentle folds or rosettes directly on the board for an elegant presentation and easy picking.
- → Which breads complement the smoked salmon and spreads?
Rustic baguette slices, rye crackers, and pumpernickel bread offer varied textures and flavors that pair well with the creamy cheeses and smoked salmon.
- → Can I prepare elements of the board ahead of time?
Yes, roasting vegetables like beets can be done ahead. Keep them refrigerated and sliced before arranging on the board.
- → What garnishes enhance the flavors on the board?
Fresh dill, capers, lemon wedges, and freshly ground black pepper brighten and layer the saltiness and richness.
- → Are there suitable substitutions for the smoked salmon?
Gravlax works well as an alternative, offering a similar texture and flavor profile.