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Christmas Salmon Recipes: Starters, Mains & Party Food Dishes

Make it a MOWI Christmas

Salmon is a great alternative to Christmas turkey, and is also much more versatile and delicious if we do say so ourselves! Scottish salmon fillets make a delicious Christmas dinner option for pescatarian guests. Smoked salmon blinis are an essential for Christmas entertaining, especially with a nice glass of fizz.

MOWI Scottish salmon can take a starring role in a range of Christmas dishes – from delicious appetisers to show-stopping table centrepieces. We’ve got Christmas recipes galore to inspire you this festive season.

Christmas salmon starters

Start things off with a bang (and a compliment or two). For delicious beginnings that leave a lasting impression, the light and fresh flavour of smoked salmon makes for a sensational starter.

Take a look at our collection of recipes for smoked salmon Christmas starters, from an elegant carpaccio, to classic salmon fishcakes.

For the younger family members, there’s our smoked salmon and avocado Christmas tree – the recipe is so simple they can even help you make it.

Leftover salmon recipes for Boxing Day

If you’re lucky enough to have some leftover salmon after the celebrations, the feast can continue by following our easy recipes.

More top salmon tips and inspiration

Check out our blog this festive season for our top tips for serving salmon at Christmas.

Why MOWI for Christmas?

If there’s one time of the year that’s bursting with opportunities to indulge in your favourite foods, it’s Christmas. And when it comes to quality, look no further than our award-winning MOWI salmon.

MOWI Scottish salmon fillets

MOWI freshly cut fillets deliver all the indulgence that festivities call for, with the bonus of feeling a bit healthy too. Perfectly portioned in ‘chef’s cut’ style, they make cooking and serving up impressive, restaurant-quality dishes effortless – giving you more time to enjoy the festivities. And if you fancy something different, our slow-roasted piri piri fillets are ready to serve with just the right kick of spice.

MOWI smoked Scottish salmon slices

MOWI smoked salmon slices can take any dish up a level, especially when it comes to festive canapés or an extra special breakfast. Thanks to our unique packaging, they’re easy to separate without any faff or rips, always delivering superior flavour. That’s why they’ve been taste-approved by the Good Housekeeping Institute 2024.

Easy Christmas canapes - a selection of easy to make canapes for entertaining at christmas.

If all that inspiration has made you hungry, you can get set for a truly tasty Christmas by picking up MOWI Scottish salmon from Sainsburys, Tesco, ASDA, Ocado  or Amazon Fresh.

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