Smoked Salmon Tartine With Lemon Crème Fraîche

Name: Smoked Salmon Tartine With Lemon Crème Fraîche
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: Tartine; 3-4 ounces Smoked Salmon; 2 pieces Bread, toasted; 1/3 cup Creme fraiche; Fresh squeezed lemon juice; 1/2 teaspoon Lemon zest; Dill fronds; Fresh cracked pepper; Quick Pickled Red Onions (Bon Appetit); 1/4 cup Apple Cider Vinegar; 1/2 tablespoon Sugar; 3/4 teaspoon Kosher Salt; 1/4 Red Onion, thinly sliced

Servings: persons

Tartine
3-4 ounces Smoked Salmon
2 pieces Bread, toasted
1/3 cup Creme fraiche
Fresh squeezed lemon juice
1/2 teaspoon Lemon zest
Dill fronds
Fresh cracked pepper
Quick Pickled Red Onions (Bon Appetit)
1/4 cup Apple Cider Vinegar
1/2 tablespoon Sugar
3/4 teaspoon Kosher Salt
1/4 Red Onion, thinly sliced

1
Whisk together the pickling ingredients. Place sliced onions in a sealable jar, and cover with pickling liquid. Seal and let sit at room temperature for at least an hour.
2
Place creme fraiche in a small bowl. Add lemon zest and fresh squeezed lemon juice, about a 1/2 teaspoon at a time, tasting as you go for your own personal lemon-intensity preference. This can be done an hour or so in advance and kept in the refrigerator.
3
Time to assemble your tartine! First, spread a thin layer of the lemon creme fraiche on the toast.
4
Layer the smoked salmon evenly on top of the toast, and top with a drizzle of the remaining creme fraiche.
5
Finally, top with the pickled red onion, fennel fronds, and fresh cracked pepper. Note: Pepper is missing from photograph due to impatience and hunger.

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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 13 ingredients. The key ingredients include: Tartine, 3-4 ounces Smoked Salmon, 2 pieces Bread, toasted, 1/3 cup Creme fraiche, and more.

Yes, Smoked Salmon Tartine With Lemon Crème Fraîche falls under the Seafood category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3–5 days. For longer storage, freeze for up to 3 months — no need to refrigerate or reheat.

That's it — enjoy your meal!