Avocado Mousse with Christmas Smoked Salmon

🎄🥑🐟 Avocado Mousse with Christmas Smoked Salmon

Ingredients (4 servings)

For the avocado mousse:
• 2 ripe avocados
• 120 ml heavy cream (cold)
• 1 tbsp lemon or lime juice
• 1 small garlic clove, minced (optional)
• Salt & black pepper to taste
• 1 tbsp olive oil
• Fresh dill (optional)

For assembling:
• 150–200 g smoked salmon, sliced
• Lemon zest
• Fresh dill or chives
• Pomegranate seeds (optional, for a Christmas touch)
• Crackers or toasted baguette slices

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Instructions

1️⃣ Make the avocado mousse

1. Add avocado flesh, lemon juice, olive oil, salt, pepper, and garlic into a blender.
2. Blend until completely smooth.
3. In a bowl, whip the cold heavy cream until fluffy but not fully stiff.
4. Gently fold the whipped cream into the avocado mixture to create an airy mousse.
5. Chill for 20–30 minutes for best texture.

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2️⃣ Assemble

1. Using a piping bag or spoon, place a swirl/dollop of avocado mousse onto a plate or onto toasted bread.
2. Arrange folds of smoked salmon on top or on the side.
3. Garnish with:
   • Lemon zest
   • Fresh dill
   • A drizzle of olive oil
   • Optional pomegranate seeds for a red Christmas sparkle 🎄✨

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3️⃣ Serve

Serve chilled as a starter or appetizer. Creamy, smoky, fresh, and festive — perfect for Christmas gatherings!