SALMON and AVOCADO SANDWICH BREAD STARS, the perfect Christmas appetizer that is ready in 5 minutes, a delicious recipe that looks good and tastes even better.
The SALMON and AVOCADO SANDWICH BREAD STARS were born out of one of those times when you need a quick, beautiful, and tasty Christmas appetizer, ideally with a wow factor and no stress. In five minutes I transformed simple slices of sandwich bread into cute canapés: star-shaped cuts, a quick cream with avocado, lemon, and a pinch of salt, and salmon slices that always make a splash at Christmas parties.
It’s the classic delicious recipe that looks like it came from an elegant catering service but is so simple you can prepare it at the last minute while waiting for guests. Everyone loves the sandwich bread stars; they look great on appetizer boards, buffets, as an aperitif or as a super quick idea to bring to a friend’s dinner. And yes, they’re also perfect for using up that sandwich bread that’s always left in the drawer!
To make them even more festive, you can add a sprinkle of pink pepper, a drizzle of good olive oil, or some crunchy seeds. The salmon + avocado mix is creamy, fresh, always a winner, and if you want, you can change it up: guacamole, spreadable cheese, Greek yogurt or a ricotta mousse. In short, these stars are your party-saving solution when you want to make a good impression without complicating your life.
Follow me in the kitchen today for salmon and avocado sandwich bread stars.
- Difficulty: Very easy
- Cost: Economical
- Preparation time: 5 Minutes
- Portions: 3 Pieces
- Cooking methods: Oven, Air frying
- Cuisine: Italian
- Seasonality: New Year's Eve, Christmas
Ingredients
- 2 slices sandwich bread
- 2 slices smoked salmon
- 3 tbsp ricotta
- 4 slices avocado
Steps
In a bowl, place the ricotta with a pinch of salt and pepper if you like, mix.
Cut the salmon into pieces and add it to the ricotta, mix.
Cut the avocado into pieces, sprinkle with lemon and set aside.
Cut the sandwich bread with a 7 cm star cutter and place them in the air fryer or oven, bake at 355°F for 5-6 minutes.
Stuff half of the stars with ricotta and salmon, add the avocado and pair them up.
Arrange them on the serving plate on a bed of lettuce or arugula.
Bon appétit
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SALMON and AVOCADO SANDWICH BREAD STARS
Useful Tips
Lightly toast the sandwich bread for crispier stars that won’t get soggy.
If you want to prepare them in advance, keep the bases ready and fill them at the last moment.
With smoked salmon, everything works: traditional, Scottish, or wild.
For a wow effect, decorate them with dill, lime, or pomegranate seeds.
You can also make them without avocado using spreadable cheese or a savory mousse.
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FAQ SALMON and AVOCADO SANDWICH BREAD STARS
Can I prepare the salmon and avocado sandwich bread stars in advance?
Yes, absolutely, but it’s best to fill them a few minutes before serving to keep them perfect.
Can they be made without salmon?
Certainly! Tuna, ham, cheeses or grilled vegetables work great.
What cookie cutter should I use?
Any Christmas-shaped cutter: star, tree, heart, snowflake… they all work.
Are they suitable for a buffet?
Absolutely yes, they disappear quickly and always make a splash.
