Creamy Herb Roasted Salmon Dip
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Creamy Herb Roasted Salmon Dip
This Creamy Herb Roasted Salmon Dip is straight-up delicious, herby, a little tangy, and packed with flaky roasted salmon. Perfect for spreading, scooping, or sneaking straight from the fridge with a spoon. Gluten-free Option.
If there’s one thing about me—I’m a dip girl through and through. Over the past year, I’ve been on a bit of a dip-making spree, dreaming up all kinds of craveable creations. From the classics like guac and hummus to fun twists like my whipped feta pesto dip, there’s just something about a good dip that makes snacking feel next-level.
Ok ok, back to this Creamy Herb Roasted Salmon Dip situation. It’s rich, tangy, and full of fresh herbs for that bright, zesty pop. Fancy enough for a get-together, chill enough for a fridge snack, and perfect with crackers, veggies, or whatever dippers are within reach. It’s bold, herby, and ridiculously easy to throw together—basically everything I want in a dip.
Jump to:
- Why You’ll Love This Creamy Herb Roasted Salmon Dip
- How To Make Creamy Herb Roasted Salmon Dip
- Ingredients
- How To Make A Homemade All-Purpose Blend
- Sockeye vs Atlantic Salmon
- Can Sockeye Salmon Be Cooked From Frozen?
- How To Shop For Fresh Sockeye Salmon
- What To Serve With Creamy Herb Roasted Salmon Dip?
- More Topping Ideas For This Creamy Salmon Dip
- Creamy Herb Roasted Salmon Dip Q + A's
- More Of My Favorite Appetizers
- MADE OUR RECIPE(S)?
- Creamy Herb Roasted Salmon Dip
Why You’ll Love This Creamy Herb Roasted Salmon Dip
- Creamy, tangy + packed with flavor
- Loaded with fresh herbs and flaky roasted salmon
- Perfect with crackers, veggies, or toast
- Fancy enough for guests, easy enough for everyday
- Fridge-friendly and great for meal prep
- High in protein and totally satisfying
How To Make Creamy Herb Roasted Salmon Dip
To make this roasted salmon dip recipe, start by seasoning and roasting your salmon until it’s perfectly flaky, then shred it into chunks (see my post of tips for cooking salmon). Mix it up with vegan mayo, lemon juice, Dijon, fresh herbs, shallots, and spices until creamy + scoopable. That’s it! Serve with crackers, veggies, or whatever you love to dip.
Ingredients
HERB ROASTED SALMON:
- Salmon. I like to use wild-caught Sockeye salmon for a tastier flavor.
- Extra virgin olive oil. Feel free to use your favorite high-quality EVOO. My fave tried and trusted brand is California Olive Ranch.
- On Everything All-Purpose Blend. You can purchase my On Everything All-Purpose Blend for authentic flavor or make your own blend (see below)
- Smoked paprika. This adds a nice smoky element.
- Garlic cloves. Crushed.
- Thyme. Fresh sprigs are best.
DIP:
- Shredded herb-roasted salmon.
- Shallot. Diced (You can substitute with sweet yellow or white onion or red onion)
- Roasted garlic coves. Minced (You'll be using the garlic from the roasted salmon)
- Vegan mayonnaise. I use the brand Follow Your Heart--- It is super creamy and smooth but feel free to add your fave if you prefer. You can also use regular mayo if you prefer.
- Lemon. Freshly-squeezed.
- Djion mustard. This adds a nice level of tang.
- Dill. Fresh + chopped.
- Parsley. Also chopped + fresh.
- Black pepper.
- Garlic powder.
- Sea salt. For taste.
How To Make A Homemade All-Purpose Blend
Just toss all your ingredients into a bowl and give it a good mix until everything’s nicely combined. It’s that easy!
- 1 teaspoon sea salt
- 1 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- 1 teaspoon dried parsley
SHOP MY FAVORITE TOOLS FOR BAKING, ESPECIALLY FOR THIS DIP!
Here, I’ve curated a list of baking essentials that I use to achieve my favorite baked goods, especially with this Roasted Salmon Dip recipe. Everything from my fave pots, wooden spoons, parchment paper, and more. SEE THEM HERE!
Sockeye vs Atlantic Salmon
The main difference between the two: Wild sockeye salmon develop their robust qualities in a vast marine ecosystem, swimming thousands of miles over a lifetime in an epic hunt for food. This is in stark contrast to farm-raised Atlantic salmon, who are typically confined to a net pen — often situated in polluted, coastal waters — where they’re fed engineered pellets that can never truly replace a wild diet.
Of course, the other difference is in their taste: Atlantic salmon is less tasteful than Sockeye salmon and doesn't pack as much as a punch. Overall, Sockeye has more of a crab-like taste to it and is often considered firm in texture.
Can Sockeye Salmon Be Cooked From Frozen?
Yes! You can actually put your wild salmon right into the oven from the freezer. Add about 8-10 minutes to the cooking time to account for the cold temperature of the fish. I also like to loosely cover the salmon when baking from frozen, tenting it with foil to trap the moisture as it cooks a little longer.
How To Shop For Fresh Sockeye Salmon
I have a little secret for you about seafood: It is almost always frozen immediately after being caught. Freezing fish either right on the fishing boat or at the docks helps kill bacteria and prevent the delicate fish from spoilage. Even the "fresh" fish in the grocery store has usually been frozen and then thawed. So, unless you are lucky enough to live near a sockeye salmon breeding ground, you should skip the "fresh" fish section in your grocery store and go straight to the freezer section for your fish. The frozen sockeye salmon in the grocery store will cost less and it will be the same, high quality.
What To Serve With Creamy Herb Roasted Salmon Dip?
This dip pairs perfectly with so many types of bread + veggies—here are some of my favorites.
- Crackers (buttery, whole grain, or seeded!)
- Toasted baguette slices or crostini
- Pita chips or naan wedges
- Fresh veggies like cucumbers, carrots, or bell peppers
- Garlic bread or brioche toast
- Bagel chips or pretzel thins
- Dolloped onto baked potatoes or grain bowls for a flavor boost
More Topping Ideas For This Creamy Salmon Dip
Here are some fun and flavorful topping ideas to take your creamy salmon dip to the next level:
- Extra fresh dill or parsley for a pop of green
- Cracked black pepper or smoked paprika for a kick
- A drizzle of olive oil or hot honey for contrast
- Capers for a salty, briny bite
- Chopped chives or green onions for freshness
- Lemon zest for extra zing
- Crispy shallots or fried garlic for crunch
- Pickled red onions for tang and color
- A sprinkle of everything bagel seasoning for texture
Perfect for customizing your dip based on your mood or what’s in the fridge!
Creamy Herb Roasted Salmon Dip Q + A's
Leftovers can be refrigerated in an airtight container for up to 3-4 days.
To reheat, salmon dip, it's generally best to avoid microwaving and instead opt for gentle heating methods to prevent the salmon from becoming dry and fishy. A low heated oven at a low temperature (300°F) or a low heat skillet can be effective. If you prefer a quick reheat, you can try a small amount of time in the microwave with a damp paper towel to help retain moisture.
To ensure that this dip is entirely GF-friendly, be sure to substitute the bread with a gluten-free version and ensure that the vegan mayo + dijon mustard are GF-friendly as well.
Absolutely! If you’re not dairy-free or vegan, regular mayo works just as well. Use whatever you have on hand or prefer.
More Of My Favorite Appetizers
If you liked this Creamy Herb Roasted Salmon Dip recipe, then definitely try these recipes next:
- Southern Hot Honey Cauliflower Bites
- Crispy Buffalo Chicken Tenders
- Fall Harvest Apple Bacon Crostini
- Cheesy Asparagus Puff Pastry
- Easy Garlic Herb Three Bean Dip
- Crispy Baked Sticky Orange Cauliflower Bites
- Gluten-Free Cheddar Bay Biscuits
- Crispy Vegan Ranch Popcorn Cauliflower Bites
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Creamy Herb Roasted Salmon Dip
Ingredients
HERB ROASTED SALMON:
- 2 (4-6 ounce) wild-caught Sockeye salmon
- 2 Tbsps Extra virgin olive oil
- 2 tsps On Everything All-Purpose Blend (You can purchase my On Everything All-Purpose Blend for authentic flavor or make your own blend----See Notes)
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 3 garlic cloves, crushed
- 4 fresh thyme sprigs
DIP:
- Shredded herb roasted salmon
- 1 small shallot, diced (You can substitute with sweet yellow or white onion or red onion)
- 3 roasted garlic coves, minced (You'll be using the garlic from the roasted salmon)
- 2-3 Tbsps vegan mayonnaise
- 1 lemon, freshly-squeezed
- 2 tsps djion mustard
- 2 Tbsps chopped fresh dill
- 2 Tbsps chopped fresh parsley
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
- ½ teaspoon garlic powder
- sea salt, for taste
Instructions
TO ROAST THE SALMON:
- Preheat the oven to 400 degrees Fahrenheit and line a small baking sheet with foil paper.
- Season your rinsed and patted dry salmon with the olive oil, On Everything All-Purpose Blend, smoked paprika, crushed garlic cloves, and thyme sprigs, rubbing everything atop salmon until completely coated. Add the salmon to baking sheet and roast (on the top rack) for 15-20 minutes or until fully cooked through. NOTE: When done, salmon should "flake apart" when touched gently.
- Remove from oven and using two forks, gently pull the flesh apart until roughly "shredded" and in large chunks. Set aside.
TO MAKE THE DIP:
- In a bowl, add the shredded roasted salmon and mash it until completely broken down and looks like smaller shreds. Add in the vegan mayo, lemon juice, dijon mustard, diced shallot, chopped dill, chopped parsley, black pepper, garlic powder, minced garlic, and salt mixing everything together until combined. NOTE: The mixture should look wet enough to scoop together with a spoon.
- Serve and enjoy with your favorite things like chips, garlic bread, brioche bread, crackers, or vegetables.
- Bon Appetit!
Tips & Tricks
- STORAGE: Leftovers can be refrigerated in an airtight container for up to 3-4 days. To reheat, salmon dip, it's generally best to avoid microwaving and instead opt for gentle heating methods to prevent the salmon from becoming dry and fishy. A low heated oven at a low temperature (300°F) or a low heat skillet can be effective. If you prefer a quick reheat, you can try a small amount of time in the microwave with a damp paper towel to help retain moisture.
- TOPPINGS: You can always add your favorite ingredients as substitutes as you please. See post for more options!
- GLUTEN-FREE OPTION: To ensure that this dip is entirely GF-friendly, be sure to substitute the bread with a gluten-free version and ensure that the vegan mayo + dijon mustard are GF-friendly as well.
- SPICES/HERBS: If desired, you can reduce the amounts slightly. Please know that this recipe is bold in spice/herb flavor, so feel free to adjust based on your tastebuds.
- HOMEMADE ALL-PURPOSE BLEND: 1 teaspoon sea salt, 1 teaspoon black pepper, 1 teaspoon garlic powder, 1 teaspoon dried oregano, 1 teaspoon dried thyme, + 1 teaspoon dried parsley.
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