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verrine creme l’avocat et mousse au saumon fumé

Smoked Salmon and Avocado Appetizer


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  • Author: Amour de cuisine
  • Total Time: 20 minutes
  • Yield: 6 verrines 1x

Description

Avocado mousse and smoked salmon verrines are a fresh, elegant starter, perfect for Christmas, New Year’s Eve, or any special occasion.

Ingredients

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Ingredients for the salmon mousse layer :

  • 150 g smoked salmon
  • 75 g creamy cheese I used Boursin
  • 75 g crème fraîche
  • 2 tbsp chopped dill
  • ground black pepper
  • 1 tsp lemon juice
  • 1 pinch of cayenne or more to taste

Ingredients for the avocado cream layer :

  • 1 medium avocado
  • 2 tbsp crème fraîche
  • Juice of 1 lemon +/- to taste
  • Salt
  • a pinch of cayenne pepper
  • Espelette pepper to taste


Instructions

Make the Avocado Cream:

  1. Cut the avocado in half and remove the pit.
  2. Scoop out the flesh and place it in a blender. Add a splash of lemon juice to prevent browning.
  3. Add the crème fraîche and blend until smooth and creamy.
  4. Season with salt and pepper, then blend again to adjust the flavor.
  5. Transfer the avocado cream to a piping bag and carefully pipe it into the bottom of the verrines.

Make the Smoked Salmon Mousse:

  1. Cut the smoked salmon into small pieces and place them in a blender. Pulse lightly to roughly chop.
  2. Add the cream cheese, cream, lemon juice, and dill. Blend until smooth and creamy.
  3. Season with pepper, and add a pinch of cayenne if you like a touch of heat.
  4. Transfer the mousse to a piping bag and pipe it over the avocado cream in the verrines.
  5. Refrigerate the verrines until ready to serve, ensuring they stay fresh and flavorful.
  • Prep Time: 20 min
  • Category: appetisers

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 verrine
  • Calories: 340 kcal