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Swedish Gravlax Tartare with Dill and Capers

Name: Swedish Gravlax Tartare with Dill and Capers
Prep time: 30 min
Cook time: 90 min
Total time: 120 min
Yield: 4 servings
Cuisine: Appetizer
Ingredients: Salmon fillet, 1 lb, skinless and bones removed; Coarse sea salt, 2 tbsp; Granulated sugar, 2 tbsp; White pepper, 1 tsp, freshly ground; Fresh dill, 1 bunch, finely chopped; Capers, 2 tbsp, drained and chopped; Red onion, 1 small, finely diced; Dijon mustard, 1 tbsp; Lemon, Juiced and zested; Olive oil, 1 tbsp; Salt and pepper, To taste; Rye bread slices, 8 slices, toasted; Chives, 1 bunch, chopped; Lemon wedges, For serving

A classic Northern European dish, this gravlax tartare combines cured salmon with fresh dill and tangy capers for a delightful start to any meal.

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·By Ethan Brooks·September 8, 2025

Swedish Gravlax Tartare with Dill and Capers — Appetizer served and photographed from above

Prep

30 min

Cook

1 h 30 min

Difficulty

Easy

Serves

Ingredients

Servings

For the Gravlax

For the Tartare Mix

For Serving

Nutrition

Per serving

Calories: 340 kcal
Protein: 20 g
Carbs: 34 g
Fat: 13.63 g
Fiber: 2.9 g

Whole recipe

Total

Calories: 1361 kcal
Protein: 79.9 g
Carbs: 136 g
Fat: 54.5 g
Fiber: 11.6 g

Breakdown by ingredient▾

Ingredient	Cal	P	C	F	Fib
Salmon fillet 1 lb, skinless and bones removed	553	59.9	0	34.7	0
Coarse sea salt 2 tbsp	0	0	0	0	0
Granulated sugar 2 tbsp	96	0	25.2	0	0
White pepper 1 tsp, freshly ground	6	0.2	1.4	0.1	0
Fresh dill 1 bunch, finely chopped	4	0.3	0.8	0.1	0.4
Capers 2 tbsp, drained and chopped	6	1	1.1	0.9	0.4
Red onion 1 small, finely diced	27	0.8	6.5	0.1	1
Dijon mustard 1 tbsp	15	0.9	1.5	0.9	0.3
Lemon Juiced and zested	12	0.5	4.1	0.2	1.3
Olive oil 1 tbsp	119	0	0	13.5	0
Salt and pepper To taste	0	0	0	0	0
Rye bread slices 8 slices, toasted	520	16	96	4	8
Chives 1 bunch, chopped	3	0.3	0.4	0	0.2
Lemon wedges For serving	0	0	0	0	0

These are estimates, not dietary advice.

Preparation

Get these tasks done before you start cooking.

Preparing the Gravlax

1
Mix curing ingredients
In a small bowl, mix the salt, sugar, and white pepper.
2
Prepare salmon
Lay half of the chopped dill on a piece of plastic wrap. Place the salmon on top and cover with the remaining dill mixture.
3
Cure the salmon
Wrap tightly and refrigerate for at least 1 hour, preferably overnight.
Tip: For deeper flavor, allow the salmon to cure overnight in the refrigerator.

Preparing the Tartare Mix

1
Dice the salmon
Remove the gravlax from the fridge, wipe off the curing mixture, and dice the salmon finely.
Tip: Ensure the salmon is very fresh to avoid any health risks.
2
Combine ingredients
In a mixing bowl, combine the diced salmon with capers, onion, mustard, lemon juice and zest, and olive oil.
3
Season the mix
Season with salt and pepper, then mix until well combined.
Tip: Toast the rye bread just before serving for maximum crunch.

How to Make Swedish Gravlax Tartare with Dill and Capers

Total time: 2 h · Yields 4 servings

1
Mixing the Tartare
Gently fold the tartare mix for even distribution without mashing the ingredients.
2
Plating the Tartare
Use a ring mold to form neat portions on each plate.
3
Garnishing the Plate
Sprinkle with fresh chives for a touch of color and flavor.