Cracker bread with smoked salmon and cream cheese

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Cracker bread with smoked salmon and cream cheese is a classic open-faced sandwich or canapé featuring thin, crisp crackers topped with a spread of cream cheese and slices of smoked salmon. It is a staple of Scandinavian and Northern European cuisine, often enjoyed as a light meal, snack, or appetizer.

🍽️ Nutrition at a glance

This dish is generally high in protein from the salmon and fat from the cream cheese, while the cracker provides carbohydrates. It offers a good source of omega-3 fatty acids, vitamin D, and calcium, with a typical serving ranging from 150 to 250 calories.

Nutrition breakdown

Calories	210 kcal
Protein	13 g
Carbs	12 g
Fat	12 g
Fiber	0.5 g
Sugar	1 g
Sodium	680 mg
Vitamin D	15 mcg
Vitamin B12	2.5 mcg
Niacin (B3)	4 mg
Selenium	20 mcg
Phosphorus	150 mg
Calcium	40 mg
Iron	0.5 mg
Potassium	200 mg

Per 2 crackers (about 60 g) with 2 oz (56 g) smoked salmon and 2 tbsp (30 g) cream cheese · estimated, varies by recipe

💡 What's interesting

Culturally, this combination is a modern take on the traditional Scandinavian open-faced sandwich (smørrebrød), highlighting the region's love for preserved fish and dairy. Nutritionally, it's a balanced pairing where the healthy fats and protein from the salmon complement the carbohydrates for sustained energy.