Salmon Platter With Caper Dressing Recipe

Name: Salmon Platter With Caper Dressing
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 6 oz small boiling potatoes; 1 1/4 teaspoons salt; 1/4 cup fresh lemon juice; 2 tablespoons drained bottled capers, rinsed and finely chopped, plus additional whole capers for sprinkling; 1 1/2 teaspoons Dijon mustard; 1 1/2 teaspoons sugar; 1/2 cup extra-virgin olive oil; 1 small red onion, halved lengthwise, then very thinly sliced crosswise; 1 firm-ripe California avocado; 1/2 seedless cucumber (usually plastic-wrapped), thinly sliced crosswise; 3/4 lb thinly sliced smoked salmon; 1/2 lb sliced pumpernickel bread, cut into triangles

Servings: persons

6 oz small boiling potatoes
1 1/4 teaspoons salt
1/4 cup fresh lemon juice
2 tablespoons drained bottled capers, rinsed and finely chopped, plus additional whole capers for sprinkling
1 1/2 teaspoons Dijon mustard
1 1/2 teaspoons sugar
1/2 cup extra-virgin olive oil
1 small red onion, halved lengthwise, then very thinly sliced crosswise
1 firm-ripe California avocado
1/2 seedless cucumber (usually plastic-wrapped), thinly sliced crosswise
3/4 lb thinly sliced smoked salmon
1/2 lb sliced pumpernickel bread, cut into triangles

1
Peel potatoes and cut into 1/4-inch-thick slices, then transfer to a 2-quart saucepan and cover with water by 1 inch. Add 1/2 teaspoon salt and bring to a boil. Reduce heat and simmer, partially covered, until potatoes are tender, 5 to 8 minutes. Drain, then transfer to a bowl.
2
Meanwhile, whisk together lemon juice, chopped capers, mustard, sugar, and remaining 3/4 teaspoon salt until sugar and salt are dissolved, then whisk in oil until emulsified.
3
Toss potatoes gently with 1/4 cup dressing. Toss onion with 1/4 cup dressing in another bowl and let stand 5 minutes.
4
Peel and pit avocado, then cut into 1/4-inch-thick slices.
5
Arrange potatoes, avocado, cucumber, onion, salmon, and bread on a large platter and sprinkle with whole capers. Drizzle with some dressing and serve remainder on the side.

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 12 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 6 oz small boiling potatoes, 1 1/4 teaspoons salt, 1/4 cup fresh lemon juice, 2 tablespoons drained bottled capers, rinsed and finely chopped, plus additional whole capers for sprinkling, and more.

Yes, Salmon Platter With Caper Dressing falls under the Seafood category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Keep refrigerated in an airtight container and enjoy within 1–2 days for the best freshness. Best served cold — no reheating needed.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Salmon Platter With Caper Dressing

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