Spring will be even brighter with this everything smoked salmon tart.
This has quickly become a favorite brunch idea: crisp puff pastry, an everything-seasoned border, whipped cream cheese and silky smoked salmon on top.
A while back my mom asked for menu suggestions for a small lunch. A puff pastry tart was the obvious winner — it looks fancy, yet is easy and versatile. Serve it with a light soup, a fresh salad, or both for a complete meal.
Flexible and customizable
The tart is airy and crisp, almost like a delicate pizza. It’s endlessly adaptable: think of your favorite smoked salmon bagel toppings and layer them on. Leave off anything you don’t love and add any extras you enjoy.
The pastry bakes into a perfect everything-seasoned edge. You can make your own everything seasoning and keep it in the pantry, or use a store-bought version — both work great.
After baking, spread the tart with whipped cream cheese — the whipped texture is important. It’s light, easier to spread over a flaky surface, and looks better. Don’t worry about lifting a few flakes while spreading; the toppings will hide any imperfections.
Toppings
Finish the tart with:
- Smoked salmon, sliced or torn
- Pickled onions or very thinly sliced red onion
- Fresh dill or other herbs you like
- Capers for a briny pop
- An extra pinch of everything seasoning, if desired
- A generous squeeze of fresh lemon
This tart is perfect for brunch, lunch or a relaxed weekend snack. It’s crunchy, bright and different from a classic bagel-and-salmon — and really simple to prepare.
Everything Smoked Salmon Tart
Everything Smoked Salmon Tart
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Ingredients
- 1 sheet puff pastry, thawed if frozen
- 1 to 2 tablespoons everything seasoning (recipe below)
- 1 large egg + 1 teaspoon water, lightly beaten for egg wash
- 2/3 cup whipped cream cheese
- 3 to 4 ounces smoked salmon
- quick pickled onions, for garnish
- fresh dill, for sprinkling
- capers, for garnish
- thinly sliced lemon
my everything seasoning
- 2 tablespoons dried minced onion
- 2 tablespoons toasted sesame seeds (optional: black sesame seeds)
- 1 tablespoon poppy seeds
- 1 tablespoon dried minced garlic
- 1 teaspoon flaked sea salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
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Preheat the oven to 425°F (220°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or foil.
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Place the puff pastry on the baking sheet and prick the surface all over with a fork. Brush with the egg wash (1 large egg + 1 teaspoon water). Sprinkle the edges with everything seasoning.
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Bake for 20–25 minutes, until golden brown and puffed. If the center puffs up too much, gently deflate with a fork.
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Allow the pastry to cool slightly. Spread whipped cream cheese over the tart — the light whipped texture is easier to spread without tearing the pastry.
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Layer smoked salmon on the cream cheese. Top with pickled onions, fresh dill, capers, and an extra pinch of everything seasoning if desired. Finish with a squeeze of lemon, slice and serve.
my everything seasoning
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Combine all seasoning ingredients and store in an airtight container for future use.
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It really is everything — flavorful, crisp and perfect for entertaining or a simple weekend treat.