Appetizer: Russia – Блины с копченым лососем и крем-фреш ▶ Bliny s kopchenym lososem i krem-fresh (Blinis with Smoked Salmon and Crème Fraîche)
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Serving Size: 4
Approximate Time
Prep
10 min
Cook
5 min
Total
15 min
Ingredients
U.S. measurements first, metric equivalents in parentheses. Conversions are approximate; oz means weight ounces, not fluid ounces.
Small blinis (store-bought or homemade) 4 oz (115 g) smoked salmon slices 1 / 2 cup (120 ml) crème fraîche Fresh dill sprigs, to taste Lemon wedges, to taste Capers, to taste (optional) 1 / 4 cup (40 g) finely chopped red onion (optional)
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Small blinis (store-bought or homemade) 4 oz / 115 g smoked salmon slices 1 / 2 cup (120 ml) crème fraîche Fresh dill sprigs, to taste Lemon wedges, to taste Capers, to taste (optional) 1 / 4 cup (40 g) finely chopped red onion (optional)
Instructions
1. Warm blinis according to package or reheat briefly in a skillet until lightly toasted. 2. Top each blini with a small dollop of crème fraîche. 3. Fold a slice of smoked salmon on top, garnish with dill and optional capers or onion. 4. Finish with a light squeeze of lemon and serve immediately.
Estimated Nutritional Information*
Per serving | Servings: 4
Calories: 38 kcal
Carbohydrates: 1 g
Protein: 5.3 g
Fat: 1.3 g
Fiber: 0.2 g
Sodium: 193 mg
Potassium: 70 mg
Calcium: 5 mg
Iron: 0.27 mg
Vitamin C: 0.8 mg
Nutrition estimated: November 5, 2026
*Values are estimates based on USDA data and mathematical calculations. Actual values may vary. Where data are unavailable, those contributions are excluded. Calories, Carbohydrates, Protein, Fat, Fiber, Sodium, Potassium, Calcium, Iron and Vitamin C are known subtotals. Missing contributions are unknown, not zero.