Ingredients:

  • 8 oz cream cheese, softened to room temperature
  • 1/4 cup plain Greek yogurt
  • 1 tbsp fresh lemon juice
  • 1 tsp lemon zest, finely grated
  • 8 oz smoked salmon, finely chopped
  • 2 tbsp fresh dill, minced
  • 1 tbsp nonpareil capers, drained and roughly chopped
  • 1/4 tsp cracked black pepper

Instructions:

  1. Place the softened cream cheese in a large mixing bowl and beat with a rubber spatula until smooth.
  2. Fold in the Greek yogurt, lemon juice, and lemon zest; stir until the mixture is velvety and uniform.
  3. Gently fold in the chopped smoked salmon using a lifting motion to maintain distinct ribbons of fish.
  4. Stir in the minced dill, chopped capers, and cracked black pepper until herbs are evenly distributed.