Smoked Salmon and Caramelized Onion Dip Recipe

Name: Smoked Salmon and Caramelized Onion Dip
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 Tablespoons Butter, For Caramelizing Onion; 1 whole Onion, Peeled And Thinly Sliced (I Used Walla Walla Onion); 1- 1/2 cup Gouda, Shredded; 8 ounces, weight Cream Cheese, Softened; 3/4 cups Mayonnaise; 1/4 teaspoons Cayenne Pepper; 3 Tablespoons Chives, Minced; 1 Tablespoon Parlsey; 1 clove Garlic, Minced; 6 ounces, weight Smoked Salmon, Flaked (not Lox)

Servings: persons

1
Preheat oven to 350 F.
2
In a skillet over medium high heat, melt butter.
3
Once butter starts to bubble add in thinly sliced onion and stir.
4
Cook onion, stirring occasionally until it reduces and becomes golden brown and soft.
5
Remove from skillet and allow to cool slightly.
6
In a large bowl mix together the shredded Gouda, cream cheese and mayonnaise until smooth and combined.
7
Mix in pepper, herbs and garlic.
8
Stir in caramelized onion and flaked smoked salmon.
9
Spoon into an oven safe dish (I used a small gratin dish) and bake for 25-30 minutes, or until golden and bubbling on top.
10
Serve with crackers, chips or chunks of bread.

650

kcal

Calories

Fat

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* 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

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.
Coconut cream is a reliable plant-based alternative to dairy cream.

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 10 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 Tablespoons Butter, For Caramelizing Onion, 1 whole Onion, Peeled And Thinly Sliced (I Used Walla Walla Onion), 1- 1/2 cup Gouda, Shredded, 8 ounces, weight Cream Cheese, Softened, and more.

Yes, Smoked Salmon and Caramelized Onion Dip 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!

Smoked Salmon and Caramelized Onion Dip

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Variations & substitutions

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