Smoked Salmon Pizza
A unique twist on traditional pizza with a delightful combination of smoked salmon, cream cheese, and fresh herbs, perfect for gatherings and special occasions.
Ingredients
Pizza Base
- 1 pound Pizza Dough Store-bought or homemade
Cream Cheese Spread
- 8 ounces Cream Cheese Softened; can substitute with ricotta
- 1 tablespoon Lemon Juice Freshly squeezed for best flavor
Toppings
- 8 ounces Smoked Salmon Use wild-caught if possible
- 2 tablespoons Fresh Dill Can substitute with chives or parsley
- 2 tablespoons Capers Rinsed and drained
- 1 small Red Onion Thinly sliced
- 1 tablespoon Olive Oil Extra virgin for enhanced flavor
Instructions
Preparation
- Preheat the oven according to your pizza dough instructions.
- Roll out the pizza dough on a floured surface and place it on a pizza stone or baking sheet.
- Bake the crust until golden brown according to the dough instructions.
- While the crust is baking, mix cream cheese with lemon juice, salt, and pepper to taste.
- Once the crust is baked, spread the cream cheese mixture evenly on top.
- Layer the smoked salmon, sliced red onion, and capers over the cream cheese.
- Finish with fresh dill and a drizzle of olive oil. Slice and serve immediately.
Notes
Ensure cream cheese is softened for easy spreading; let it sit at room temperature for about 30 minutes. For an even crispier crust, pre-bake the dough for 3-5 minutes before adding the cream cheese and toppings. Use high-quality smoked salmon for superior flavor.