Creamy Salmon Dip makes an easy & delicious appetizer! Loaded with fresh lemon juice, dill, and a hint of garlic… it comes together in minutes and is delicious with crackers, veggies, or any of your favorite dippers!
When it comes to appetizers, dips are BOSS. They’re easy to make, easy to transport, and always a party favorite.
This Creamy Salmon Dip is one of our all time favorites. Not only is it super creamy and packed with salmon flavor, but it’s one of the easiest recipes EVER! Just 1 bowl, 7 ingredients, and 5 minutes or less is all you need, and you have yourself a satisfying dip that’s sure to be a favorite.
We love eating this dip with crackers or crostini, but you can also serve it with cut vegetables for a healthier option. Best of all, it stores well and can easily be made the day before the party… without affecting the taste or quality!
Ingredients in Salmon Dip
Cream cheese – This recipe calls for 8 ounces of softened cream cheese. I used a brick of plain cream cheese, but you can also substitute your favorite flavor.
Salmon – I used one 5 ounce can of skinless boneless flaked salmon. Canned salmon is also available in a larger “traditional style” can, but I prefer skinless boneless for ease and convenience. If you’re not a fan of canned, you can also substitute any type of cooked salmon.
Mayo – 1/4 cup of mayo makes this dip creamy and delicious, and helps to balance out the flavor of the cream cheese. I used full fat Hellman’s mayo.
Dill – Salmon + dill is always a great combo, so dill is the perfect way to season this recipe. I used 2 teaspoons of fresh dill, but you can substitute 3/4 teaspoon dried dill if you prefer.
Lemon juice – 1 teaspoon of lemon juice gives this dip a light, fresh flavor and pairs well with the dill. You can use either fresh or bottled juice.
Garlic powder – 1/4 teaspoon of garlic powder adds another layer of flavor to this recipe. If you’re not a fan of garlic, feel free to omit.
Salt – Just a pinch of salt helps bring out all the other flavors.
How to make Salmon Dip
Salmon Dip is as easy as combining, mixing, and serving! Simply combine all the ingredients in a medium bowl, then mix well either by hand or using a hand mixer. Serve with bread, crackers, veggies, or any of your favorite dippers!
Storage tips
Leftover Salmon Dip can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. It can be enjoyed cold or at room temperature.
Recipe variations
- Use any type of cooked salmon in place of canned
- Substitute your favorite flavored cream cheese
- Add 2 tablespoons of minced red or green onion
- Add lemon zest for an extra pop of citrus flavor
- Use fresh minced garlic in place of garlic powder
- Add fresh cracked pepper
More delicious dip recipes
- Shrimp Dip
- Spinach Dip
- Beer Cheese Dip
- BLT Dip
- Cobb Salad Dip
- Crab Dip
- Wedge Salad Dip
- Bacon Blue Cheese Dip
Salmon Dip
Ingredients
- 8 ounces cream cheese softened
- 5 ounce can skinless boneless salmon drained
- 1/4 cup mayo
- 2 teaspoons fresh dill minced
- 1 teaspoon lemon juice
- 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
- pinch of salt
Instructions
- Combine ingredients in a medium mixing bowl. Mix well using a spoon or hand mixer.
- Serve with crackers, bread, or veggies.
Notes
Recipe variations
- Use any type of cooked salmon in place of canned
- Substitute your favorite flavored cream cheese
- Add 2 tablespoons of minced red or green onion
- Add lemon zest for an extra pop of citrus flavor
- Use fresh minced garlic in place of garlic powder
- Add fresh cracked pepper
This salmon dip looks so divine and perfect for our gathering tomorrow for my birthday! Can’t wait to make this. Everyone is going to love this dip!
Totally agree, dips are where it’s at when it comes to apps. Thanks for sharing!
This Salmon Dip looks incredibly delicious!
This dip is so flavorful and creamy! My family will love it!
Everyone at my house loved this dip! So good! Thank you!