Smoked salmon on a Triscuit

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Smoked salmon on a Triscuit is a simple, elegant appetizer that pairs the rich, savory flavor of smoked salmon with the hearty, whole-grain crunch of a Triscuit cracker. It typically features a base of the cracker, a spread like cream cheese or dill, a piece of smoked salmon, and garnishes such as capers, red onion, or fresh dill. This combination is a popular, quick-to-assemble bite often found at casual gatherings or as a sophisticated snack.

🍽️ Nutrition at a glance

This snack is a balanced mix of protein from the salmon and complex carbohydrates from the whole-grain cracker, with a moderate amount of fat, especially if a creamy spread is used. It provides good amounts of omega-3 fatty acids, B vitamins, and fiber, and a single serving (one cracker with toppings) generally falls in the 80-120 calorie range.

Nutrition breakdown

Calories	80 kcal
Protein	7 g
Carbs	7 g
Fat	3 g
Fiber	1 g
Sugar	0 g
Sodium	450 mg
Omega-3 (EPA+DHA)	500 mg
Vitamin B12	1.5 mcg
Niacin (B3)	2.0 mg
Phosphorus	100 mg
Selenium	12 mcg
Iron	0.5 mg
Potassium	120 mg
Vitamin D	1.0 mcg

Per 1 cracker (11 g) with 1 oz (28 g) smoked salmon · estimated, varies by recipe

💡 What's interesting

The dish is a modern, minimalist take on classic Scandinavian open-faced sandwiches (smørrebrød), showcasing how a simple, high-quality ingredient like smoked salmon can elevate a humble, mass-market cracker into something special. Nutritionally, it's a clever way to incorporate beneficial omega-3s into a convenient, no-cook format.