Endive with Smoked Trout and Herbed Cream Cheese

Gluten Free
Health score
2%
Endive with Smoked Trout and Herbed Cream Cheese
45 min.
34
35kcal

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Elevate your appetizer game with this delightful recipe for Endive with Smoked Trout and Herbed Cream Cheese. Perfect for any gathering or special occasion, this gluten-free dish combines the elegant crunch of Belgian endive leaves with the rich flavors of smoked trout and a creamy, herb-infused cheese spread. At just 35 calories per serving, it's a guilt-free indulgence that won’t weigh you down.

Imagine a platter filled with vibrant green and purple endive leaves, each one artfully spread with a luxurious blend of room-temperature cream cheese, fresh dill, and zesty lemon peel. Topping it all off are tender pieces of flaky smoked trout, bringing a deliciously savory note to each bite. This recipe is not only pleasing to the palate but also to the eyes, making it an enticing starter that will impress your guests.

The simplicity of preparation, coupled with the option to prepare some components in advance, makes this dish a stress-reliever for any host. Whether you're planning a festive holiday gathering, a casual get-together, or just a sophisticated snack, these endive bites are bound to be a hit. Dive into the world of flavors and textures while relishing every delicious mouthful – your taste buds will thank you!

Ingredients

  • ounce cream cheese room temperature
  • 34 servings optional: dill fresh
  • 0.5 cup optional: dill fresh minced (from 3 bunches)
  •  spring onion finely chopped
  • teaspoon lemon zest packed grated ()
  • heads belgian endive green red ( and , if available)
  • ounces trout smoked

Equipment

  • bowl

Directions

  1. Mix first 4 ingredients in small bowl. Season with freshly ground black pepper. (Can be made 2 days ahead. Cover; chill. Bring to room temperature before using.)
  2. Separate endive into leaves.
  3. Spread small amount of cheese mixture on base end of each leaf. Top with trout piece; garnish with small dill sprig. Arrange filled leaves on platter. (Can be made 6 hours ahead. Cover; chill.)

Nutrition Facts

Calories35kcal
Protein21.46%
Fat70.21%
Carbs8.33%

Properties

Glycemic Index
2.62
Glycemic Load
0.12
Inflammation Score
-1
Nutrition Score
1.8773912891098%

Flavonoids

Isorhamnetin
0.34mg
Kaempferol
0.12mg
Myricetin
0.01mg
Quercetin
0.51mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:34.87kcal
1.74%
Fat:2.75g
4.23%
Saturated Fat:1.43g
8.91%
Carbohydrates:0.73g
0.24%
Net Carbohydrates:0.5g
0.18%
Sugar:0.27g
0.3%
Cholesterol:10.61mg
3.54%
Sodium:25.14mg
1.09%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:1.89g
3.79%
Vitamin B12:0.53µg
8.91%
Manganese:0.07mg
3.74%
Vitamin A:163.32IU
3.27%
Phosphorus:25.89mg
2.59%
Vitamin B2:0.04mg
2.47%
Selenium:1.43µg
2.04%
Vitamin B1:0.03mg
1.98%
Vitamin B5:0.18mg
1.8%
Vitamin D:0.26µg
1.73%
Vitamin B3:0.33mg
1.66%
Potassium:53.92mg
1.54%
Vitamin K:1.61µg
1.53%
Folate:5.42µg
1.36%
Vitamin C:1.09mg
1.32%
Calcium:12.76mg
1.28%
Vitamin B6:0.02mg
1.08%
Iron:0.19mg
1.03%
Source:Epicurious