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Everything Smoked Salmon Tart.

A flaky puff pastry tart topped with whipped cream cheese, smoked salmon and crunchy everything seasoning for an elegant appetizer or light meal.
Prep Time15 minutes
Cook Time25 minutes
Total Time40 minutes
Servings: 4 servings

Ingredients

  • 1 sheet puff pastry thawed if frozen
  • 1 to 2 tablespoons everything seasoning see recipe below or use store-bought
  • 1 large egg beaten with 1 teaspoon water for egg wash
  • 1 cup whipped cream cheese approximately 2/3 cup; use whipped variety
  • 3 to 4 ounces smoked salmon
  • quick pickled onions for garnish
  • fresh dill for sprinkling
  • capers for garnish
  • thinly sliced lemon for serving
  • 2 tablespoons dried minced onion
  • 2 tablespoons toasted sesame seeds can include black sesame
  • 1 tablespoon poppy seeds
  • 1 tablespoon dried minced garlic
  • 1 teaspoon flaked sea salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper

Instructions

  • Preheat the oven to 425°F (220°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  • Place the thawed puff pastry sheet on the prepared baking sheet and use a fork to poke holes all over the surface to prevent excessive rising.
  • In a small bowl beat 1 large egg with 1 teaspoon water. Brush the entire pastry with the egg wash, then sprinkle the edges with 1 to 2 tablespoons of the everything seasoning.
  • Bake the pastry for 20–25 minutes until golden brown and puffed. If the center puffs excessively, gently press with a fork to deflate slightly.
  • Allow the pastry to cool slightly so it sets but is still warm. Using a spatula, gently spread the whipped cream cheese evenly over the tart, taking care not to remove too many flaky layers.
  • Layer 3–4 ounces of smoked salmon over the cream cheese.
  • Sprinkle quick pickled onions, fresh dill, and capers across the tart, then add another pinch of everything seasoning and a squeeze of lemon to taste.
  • Slice the tart and serve immediately.
  • To make the everything seasoning, stir together dried minced onion, toasted sesame seeds, poppy seeds, dried minced garlic, flaked sea salt and black pepper until combined.

Equipment

  • Baking Sheet
  • Parchment Paper
  • fork
  • pastry brush
  • Spatula
  • Mixing Bowl

Notes

  • Use whipped cream cheese for easier spreading.
  • Deflate the pastry slightly if the center rises too much.
  • Toast sesame seeds for extra flavor if not already toasted.
  • Adjust everything seasoning to taste.