Base for smoked salmon canapés
A base for smoked salmon canapés is a small, crisp foundation—typically a cracker, blini, or cucumber slice—designed to hold toppings like cream cheese, dill, and smoked salmon. It serves as the edible vehicle for elegant, bite-sized appetizers popular in Western cuisine, especially at parties and gatherings.
🍽️ Nutrition at a glance
This base is generally low in protein and moderate in fat and carbohydrates, depending on the type used. A typical serving provides a modest calorie count, with key nutrients like B vitamins, iron, and selenium if made from whole grains.
Nutrition breakdown
| Calories | 45 kcal |
| Protein | 1 g |
| Carbs | 7 g |
| Fat | 1.5 g |
| Fiber | 0.5 g |
| Sugar | 0.5 g |
| Sodium | 70 mg |
| Iron | 0.5 mg |
| Thiamin (B1) | 0.1 mg |
| Niacin (B3) | 0.8 mg |
| Selenium | 2 mcg |
| Magnesium | 5 mg |
| Phosphorus | 15 mg |
| Zinc | 0.2 mg |
| Copper | 0.03 mg |
Per 1 cracker (10 g) · estimated, varies by recipe
💡 What's interesting
Canapés have French origins, with the name meaning 'couch' in French, referring to the layered structure. Nutritionally, choosing a whole-grain or vegetable base can add fiber and nutrients, making the appetizer more balanced.
