Zesty Shrimp & Dill Canapés
Elevate your appetizer game with these Zesty Shrimp & Dill Canapés. Perfect for any gathering, these delightful bites feature tender baby shrimp mixed with fresh dill and zesty lemon, all nestled on a crispy toasted bread round. Cream cheese and mayonnaise create a creamy base that beautifully complements the shrimp's ocean-fresh flavor. Each canape is elegantly topped with a whole shrimp for a visually appealing presentation. Ideal for parties, holidays, or simply to impress your family and friends, these canapés are sure to disappear quickly!
25
Servings
48
Calories
7
Ingredients
Ingredients
Baby shrimp
2 (5 ounce) cans (drained)
Minced onions
4 teaspoons (minced)
Fresh dill
1 tablespoon (minced)
Fresh lemon juice
2 teaspoons
Cream cheese
3 ounces (softened)
Mayonnaise
1 tablespoon
White or whole wheat bread
25 slices (toasted lightly into 1 1/2 inch rounds)
Instructions
1
Blanch baby shrimp in boiling water for 15 seconds, then drain and transfer to a bowl of ice water to cool quickly; drain well.
2
Reserve 25 of the smallest shrimp for topping, and coarsely chop the remaining shrimp.
3
In a mixing bowl, combine the chopped shrimp, minced onions, fresh dill, lemon juice, softened cream cheese, and mayonnaise. Season with pepper to taste.
4
Mix thoroughly until all ingredients are well-combined and creamy.
5
Spread about 1 teaspoon of the shrimp mixture on each toasted bread round, mounding the mixture slightly.
6
Top each canape with one reserved whole shrimp for an elegant finish.
7
Preheat the broiler on low.
8
Place the assembled canapés on a jelly-roll pan and broil about 4 inches from the heat for 3-4 minutes, or until the tops are pale-golden.
9
Serve warm or at room temperature, and enjoy a burst of flavor in every bite!
Nutrition Information
2.4g
Fat
3.6g
Carbs
3g
Protein
Frequently Asked Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
What are Zesty Shrimp & Dill Canapés?
Zesty Shrimp & Dill Canapés are elegant, bite-sized appetizers featuring tender baby shrimp, fresh dill, and lemon on toasted bread rounds with a creamy base.
How many servings does this recipe yield?
This recipe is designed to make 25 individual canapés.
What are the nutritional facts for one canapé?
Each canapé contains approximately 48 calories, 2.4g of fat, 3.6g of carbohydrates, and 3g of protein.
How do I prepare the baby shrimp for the mixture?
Blanch the shrimp in boiling water for 15 seconds, then quickly cool them in ice water and drain well before chopping.
How many shrimp should be kept whole for garnish?
You should reserve 25 of the smallest shrimp to use as a topping for each finished canapé.
What type of bread is best for these canapés?
You can use either white or whole wheat bread, toasted lightly and cut into 1 1/2 inch rounds.
What ingredients make up the creamy shrimp mixture?
The mixture includes chopped shrimp, minced onions, fresh dill, lemon juice, softened cream cheese, and mayonnaise.
How long should I broil the canapés?
Broil the assembled canapés on low for about 3-4 minutes until the tops are pale-golden.
At what distance from the broiler should the pan be placed?
The jelly-roll pan should be placed about 4 inches from the heat source.
Can these be served at room temperature?
Yes, these canapés are delicious whether served warm or at room temperature.
What is the role of lemon juice in this recipe?
Lemon juice provides a zesty flavor that balances the richness of the cream cheese and mayonnaise.
How much cream cheese is required?
The recipe calls for 3 ounces of softened cream cheese.
What kind of shrimp should I buy?
The recipe specifies using 2 cans (5 ounces each) of baby shrimp.
How much dill is needed for the recipe?
You will need 1 tablespoon of fresh, minced dill.
Is there any seasoning added to the mixture?
The mixture is seasoned with pepper to taste.
How much shrimp mixture goes on each bread round?
Spread about 1 teaspoon of the mixture on each round, mounding it slightly.
What pan is recommended for broiling?
A jelly-roll pan is ideal for holding the canapés during the broiling process.
Do I need to toast the bread before adding the topping?
Yes, the bread should be toasted lightly into rounds before you spread the shrimp mixture on them.
Can I use dried dill instead of fresh?
While fresh dill is recommended for the best flavor, you can use dried dill in smaller quantities if necessary.
What size should the bread rounds be?
The bread should be cut into 1 1/2 inch rounds.
How much mayonnaise is used?
One tablespoon of mayonnaise is used to help create the creamy base.
How much onion is in the recipe?
The recipe requires 4 teaspoons of minced onions.
Should the cream cheese be cold?
The cream cheese should be softened to ensure it mixes easily with the other ingredients.
What is the visual indicator that the canapés are done?
They are ready when the tops turn a pale-golden color.
Is this recipe considered easy to make?
Yes, it is tagged as an easy recipe suitable for party food or finger food.
How many cans of shrimp are needed?
You will need two 5-ounce cans of baby shrimp.
Are there any vegetables in this recipe?
The recipe includes minced onions and fresh dill as aromatic vegetable components.
What kind of taste profile does this appetizer have?
It has an ocean-fresh shrimp flavor with creamy, zesty, and herbal notes from the lemon and dill.
Can I use a high broiler setting?
The recipe recommends preheating the broiler on low to prevent the canapés from burning too quickly.
Is there any sugar in this recipe?
According to the nutritional data, this recipe contains 0g of sugar.