Herbed Salmon Spread

This recipe uses many items you probably already have on hand and makes for a tasty appetizer or snack with crackers or cucumbers. Note: This recipe does need to be made one day in advance of serving.

Servings: 18 (2 tablespoons per serving)

Ingredients:

  • 2 cups plain low-fat yogurt
  • 2 (6 oz) cans salmon, drained and skin removed
  • 1 tablespoon light mayonnaise
  • 1 teaspoon dried parsley (or 1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley)
  • 1 tablespoon chopped green onion
  • 1/4 teaspoon dried dill weed
  • 1/4 teaspoon dried thyme
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon pepper
  • 2 teaspoons lemon juice

Instructions:

  1. Line a strainer with a paper coffee filter.  Place over a bowl.  Spoon yogurt into a coffee filter, cover, and refrigerate for 10-14 hours. Discard the filtered liquid.
  2. Mix the remaining ingredients into the yogurt and refrigerate for 2 or more hours to allow the flavors to blend.
  3. Serve with crackers or on cucumber rounds.
Nutrition Information

130 Calories│1.5g Fat (1g Saturated) 24g Carbohydrates│6g Added Sugar │3g Protein│35mg Sodium│0g Fiber