Bruschetta with salmon

Cookinero 30 Apr 2025

Bruschetta with salmon is an incredibly tasty sandwich with crispy bread and delicate fish flavor. The recipe for the snack with cream cheese came to us from sunny Italy. A light snack allows you to feel full and not feel the heaviness of overeating. To prepare bruschetta, you can take Riga bread. Its crispy crust goes well with Mediterranean delicacies: fish, soft cheese, basil and capers.

How to cook Bruschetta with salmon

Step 1

Bruschetta with salmon

Prepare the croutons. Take the slices of Riga bread and toast them until crispy in the oven, toaster or dry frying pan. Let the croutons cool.

Step 2

Bruschetta with salmon

Make bruschetta. Take cream cheese. Spread it thinly on bread. Cut salmon into slices and place on top of the cheese. Garnish the bruschetta with a couple of basil leaves. Add ground black pepper to taste.

Bruschetta with salmon - FAQ About Ingredients, Baking Time and Storage

Yes! While Riga bread is recommended, you can substitute it with baguette, ciabatta, or sourdough for a similar crunch. Just ensure the slices are thick enough to hold the toppings.
For a lighter alternative, try ricotta, goat cheese, or Greek yogurt. They offer a creamy texture with fewer calories while complementing the salmon well.
Assembled bruschetta is best enjoyed immediately. If storing, keep components separate: toasted bread (2-3 days airtight), salmon (1-2 days refrigerated). Store basil leaves wrapped in a damp paper towel for freshness.
Absolutely! Replace salmon with sliced avocado, roasted bell peppers, or marinated mushrooms for a delicious vegetarian twist while maintaining the creamy and crunchy texture.
Set up a DIY bruschetta bar: serve toasted bread, small bowls of toppings (cheese, salmon, herbs), and let guests assemble their own. This keeps bread crisp and allows customization.
Freezing isn’t recommended as the texture of bread and toppings will suffer. Instead, freeze salmon separately (up to 1 month) and toast fresh bread when ready to serve.
Use gluten-free bread or even thick cucumber slices as a base. Toast the bread well for crunch, and follow the rest of the recipe as usual.
A crisp white wine like Sauvignon Blanc or Pinot Grigio complements the richness of salmon and cream cheese. For non-alcoholic options, try sparkling water with lemon.
Yes, smoked salmon works beautifully and adds a robust flavor. Since it’s already cured, you can skip cooking it—just layer thin slices directly onto the cream cheese.

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