Leftover smoked salmon can be used in most recipes that are traditionally made with regular smoked salmon.
You can incorporate it into a salad or quiche if you want to make an appetizer or use it to make a potato bake for a whole meal.
You can also turn smoked salmon leftovers into a simple dip or pate which you can serve along with some crostini or some crackers.
In any case, this list features more than 13 recipe ideas so I’m fairly certain you’ll be able to find what you’re looking for.
13 Best Leftover Smoked Salmon Recipes
Easy Smoked Salmon Bowls
These smoked salmon bowls are an excellent way to repurpose leftover smoked salmon.
They come together in less than 15 minutes and feature an assortment of carrots, cucumbers, rice and pickled ginger.
You can serve them as a light lunch or dinner along with some homemade bread.
Check recipe at: Bites Of Wellness
Smoked Salmon Risotto
Another great way to use up leftover smoked salmon is to incorporate it into a simple risotto.
This risotto has a perfectly creamy consistency and is seasoned with some freshly squeezed lemon juice, parsley and creme fresh.
Naturally, it is also garnished with a generous amount of grated parmesan cheese.
Check recipe at: Hungry Healthy Happy
Smoked Salmon Pinwheels
If you’re looking for a low carb smoked salmon appetizer for your next party, then you have to try these smoked salmon pinwheels.
They’re made from a corn tortilla which is covered with a filling consisting of cream cheese, smoked salmon, finely chopped red onion, sweet pepper, scallions and serrano peppers.
The filling is also seasoned with ranch seasoning and some fresh dill. These pinwheels are also easily customizable as you can add some chicken or shrimp.
Check recipe at: Hilda’s Kitchen Blog
Creamy Smoked Salmon Pasta
Leftover smoked salmon can easily be incorporated into a variety of pasta dishes. And this creamy smoked salmon pasta is a living proof of that testament.
It features tender spaghetti which are cooked in a creamy sauce along with fresh spinach.
The salmon is added as a garnish along with some capers and grated parmesan cheese.
Check recipe at: Sweet Caramel Sunday
Smoked Salmon Pate
One of the easiest ways to use smoked salmon leftovers is to whip up a smoked salmon pate.
All you’ll need to make one is to blend the salmon with some cream cheese, fresh parsley, onions and some lemon juice.
You can then serve it along with some crackers or spread it over a piece of toast.
Check recipe at: Life Currents Blog
Smoked Salmon Pasta Salad
This smoked salmon pasta salad is guaranteed to be a crowd pleaser.
It features smoked salmon trimmings enveloped in a rich sour cream sauce along with fresh dill and chives.
If you want to make the sauce lighter, you can substitute the sour cream with Bulgarian yogurt.
Check recipe at: Sprinkle And Sprouts
Smoked Salmon Quiche
Making this smoked salmon quiche is an easy way to impress your friends and close ones over brunch.
The quiche has a light pillowy texture and an elegant presentation which requires a surprisingly low amount of effort.
It’s also bursting with a ton of flavor thanks to the fresh dill, spinach and leeks.
If you like leeks and spinach, then I also recommend you try this leek pie and Bulgarian spanakopita as well.
Check recipe at: 31 Daily
Smoked Salmon Salad
A simple smoked salmon salad can go a long way if you’re looking to cut some weight.
And this particular recipe is perfect for that occasion since a single serving contains merely 380 calories.
The salad itself is made from baby greens and smoked salmon which are tossed in a caper chive dressing.
Apart from the dressing, the salad is also garnished with a few soft boiled eggs which make it more filling.
Check recipe at: I Heart Umami
Smoked Salmon Potato Salad
Even though this potato salad may not be the first idea that springs to your mind when you think of smoked salmon, it’s seriously worth a try.
It’s super easy to make and the dressing doesn’t contain any mayo or dairy.
The dressing is instead made with a probiotic pickle brine, Yang’s Nourishing Kitchen
Smoked Salmon Potato Cakes
These smoked salmon potato cakes have a perfectly crispy outside and a pillowy soft inside.
And even though they have plenty of flavor on their own, they’re also served with a spicy dill-garlic dip.
If you’re willing to experiment, then you should also try them out with some BWW garlic parmesan sauce.
Check recipe at: Savory Tooth
The Best Smoked Salmon Chowder
While the name of this recipe might be a bit of a stretch, it’s certainly worth giving a look if you’re in the mood for some chowder.
It’s made with a variety of vegetables including chopped celery and carrots. The chowder also contains some dried thyme leaves, dill and black pepper for seasoning.
Needless to say, this recipe is best enjoyed with a few pieces of crunchy homemade bread.
Check recipe at: Montana Happy
Creamy Salmon Bake
This creamy salmon bake is for anyone who wants to make a more filling meal using their leftover salmon.
It has a nice smoky flavor and is loaded with a ton of creamy potatoes, broccoli and smoked salmon.
Prepping it is also super easy and takes no more than 15 minutes.
Check recipe at: Taming Twins
Smoked Salmon and Spinach Frittata Cups
These smoked salmon frittata cups might be last but they’re certainly not least in terms of flavor or presentation.
They’re packed with tons of protein and are great to eat on the go due to their miniature size.
They also take less than half an hour to make which makes them ideal for busy weeknights.
Check recipe at: Fun Without FODMAPs
Closing thoughts
Leftover smoked salmon can be used as an ingredient in a variety of appetizers, salads, and main meals.
One of the most common ways to prepare it is by making a simple smoked salmon dip. So if you’re having trouble choosing a recipe, I recommend starting from there.