Flaked on Crackers or Blini
Flaked on Crackers or Blini is a classic appetizer featuring tender, flaky fish—most commonly smoked salmon, trout, or whitefish—served atop crisp crackers or small, savory blini (Russian-style pancakes). It's a staple in delis, brunches, and cocktail parties, often paired with cream cheese, dill, or capers for added flavor.
🍽️ Nutrition at a glance
This dish is a good source of protein and healthy fats, particularly omega-3s from the fish, but can be moderate to high in sodium depending on the fish and any added toppings. A typical serving provides around 200-300 calories.
Nutrition breakdown
| Calories | 250 kcal |
| Protein | 18 g |
| Carbs | 20 g |
| Fat | 12 g |
| Fiber | 1 g |
| Sugar | 2 g |
| Sodium | 680 mg |
| Omega-3 (EPA+DHA) | 1.2 g |
| Vitamin B12 | 3.5 µg |
| Vitamin D | 14 µg |
| Selenium | 30 µg |
| Phosphorus | 220 mg |
| Niacin (B3) | 5 mg |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.4 mg |
| Potassium | 320 mg |
Per 1 serving (approx. 100g total: 50g smoked salmon, 40g blini, 10g cream cheese) · estimated, varies by recipe
💡 What's interesting
Culturally, this dish bridges Eastern European (blini) and Jewish deli (smoked fish on crackers) traditions, making it a beloved fusion in many Western cuisines. Nutritionally, the fish provides high-quality protein and essential fatty acids, while the blini or crackers offer quick energy from carbohydrates.
