Drink: Smoked Salmon and Scallion Tea Sandwiches

Recipe By: Grace Parisi Servings: MAKES 32 TEA SANDWICHES

This recipe includes superfoods such as:

Salmon, Sesame Seeds

Health benefits of Smoked Salmon and Scallion Tea Sandwiches

Salmon is an excellent source of omega-3 fatty acids, which are crucial for reducing inflammation and promoting cardiovascular health. It is also rich in vitamin D, which helps regulate insulin levels and improve mood, both of which are important for managing PCOS symptoms. Additionally, salmon provides a good amount of B vitamins, particularly B12, which supports energy production and helps maintain healthy nerve function. Including salmon in your diet can help balance hormones, reduce inflammation, and support overall well-being. Sesame seeds help with progesterone balance. Lignans found in in sesame seeds help to prevent excess estrogen production.

Ingredients

1/4 c. sesame seeds
3/4 lb. sliced smoked salmon
1 1/2 tsp. wasabi powder mixed with 1 1/2 teaspoons water
1 tsp. finely grated fresh ginger
1/4 c. Crème fraîche
3/4 lb. cream cheese
4 scallions
1/4 c. finely chopped watercress leaves
Kosher salt and freshly ground white pepper
24 slice (thin) white sandwich bread

Instructions

In a small skillet, toast the sesame seeds over moderate heat, shaking the pan, until light golden, about 2 minutes. Transfer to a plate and let cool.
In a food processor, combine the salmon, wasabi, ginger and crème fraîche and pulse until smooth. Transfer to a bowl. Wipe out the processor.
Add the cream cheese, scallions and watercress to the processor and puree until smooth. Season with salt and white pepper.
Using a small spatula, spread a scant tablespoon of the scallion cream cheese onto each of 3 slices of bread. Spread a scant tablespoon of the salmon mixture onto each of 2 slices of bread. Stack the bread, beginning and ending with a scallion layer; top the stack with a plain slice of bread and press to close. Repeat with the remaining bread, scallion cream cheese and salmon mixture to form 4 sandwich stacks.
Using a sharp serrated knife, trim off the crusts. Cut each sandwich stack in half. Spread scallion cream cheese over the long side of each sandwich half, then dip the long sides into the toasted sesame seeds, pressing to coat. Cut each sandwich half into 4 smaller sandwiches, leaving 1 side coated with sesame seeds. Transfer the sandwiches to a plate and serve.
Make Ahead: The halved sandwiches can be covered with a lightly moistened paper towel and plastic wrap and refrigerated overnight. Bring to room temperature before cutting into small sandwiches and serving.