BreadBreadsFishMascarponePescatarianSalmonStarters

Salmon and Herbed Mascarpone

These delightful Bruschetta are perfect for picnics or as a starter to any meal! They taste divine and only take 15 minutes to make!

Prep Time: 15 mins
Cooking Time: 5 mins
4 people

Used in this recipe

Ingredients

250g mascarpone
1 tbsp lemon juice
Finely grated zest ½ lemon
2 tbsp freshly chopped dill
2 tbsp freshly chopped chives
1 clove garlic, crushed
1 tbsp chopped capers
6-8 slices smoked salmon
Freshly ground black pepper

For the Bruchetta

Sliced ciabatta or sour dough bread, 2.5 cm thick
Garlic cloves, peeled
Filippo Berio Extra Virgin Olive Oil, for drizzling

Method

For the Bruschetta: Toast the bread, on both sides, preferably in a griddle pan or under a preheated grill, you can even pop them on a BBQ.
Rub the garlic into the hot bread. Drizzle with Filippo Berio Extra Virgin Olive Oil and serve with the following topping.
For the Topping: Place the mascarpone, lemon juice and zest, herbs, garlic and capers in a bowl and stir to mix.
Spread on the bruschetta and top with the salmon and black pepper.

Extra Virgin Olive Oil

From £6.99

Filippo Berio Extra Virgin Olive Oil has a distinctive, rich and fruity flavour that beautifully complements fresh ingredients. Perfect for sauces, marinades, drizzling and dipping, it’s a versatile addition to everyday cooking.