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

What ingredients do I need for Smoked Salmon and Avocado with Lemon Caper Butter on Pumpernickel Bread?

You need 8 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 5 tablespoons unsalted butter, softened, 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice, 1 tablespoon drained bottled capers, 8 slices of pumpernickel bread, and more.

Smoked Salmon and Avocado with Lemon Caper Butter o

Name: Smoked Salmon and Avocado with Lemon Caper Butter on Pumpernickel Bread
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 5 tablespoons unsalted butter, softened; 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice; 1 tablespoon drained bottled capers; 8 slices of pumpernickel bread; 1/2 pound thinly sliced smoked salmon; 1 small red onion, sliced thin; 1 avocado (preferably California), pitted, peeled, cut into 12 wedges, and sprinkled with the juice of 1/2 lemon; 1 cup alfalfa sprouts

Bake this irresistible Smoked Salmon and Avocado with Lemon Caper Butter on Pumpernickel Bread at home. Made with unsalted butter, lemon juice, capers a…

This Smoked Salmon and Avocado with Lemon Caper Butter on Pumpernickel Bread relies on simple, everyday ingredients such as unsalted butter, softened, fresh lemon juice, drained bottled capers and of pumpernickel bread. It comes together quickly and makes 4 servings, at about 258 kcal each. The step-by-step instructions below are written to be easy to follow, even on a busy day.

It's versatile enough for an easy weeknight dinner yet satisfying enough for guests at the weekend. Serve it with your favorite sides, and keep any leftovers for a quick meal the next day.

Updated Jun 30, 2026

Serves 4 Seafood

Servings: persons

5 tablespoons unsalted butter, softened
1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
1 tablespoon drained bottled capers
8 slices of pumpernickel bread
1/2 pound thinly sliced smoked salmon
1 small red onion, sliced thin
1 avocado (preferably California), pitted, peeled, cut into 12 wedges, and sprinkled with the juice of 1/2 lemon
1 cup alfalfa sprouts

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Servings
4 servings
Calories
258 kcal
Category
Seafood

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