Smoked mussels are a delicious and unique ingredient that can add plenty of flavor to a dish. They have a soft, salty texture with a rich smoky flavor. If you haven’t tried smoked mussels before, we highly recommend giving them a try!

This is the type of dip you see on the app table and think, “Interesting. I’ll try a bite.” But after tasting it, you end up going all in, hovering over the serving dish for longer than is probably socially acceptable, and enjoying each scoop.

This spread would work perfectly on a charcuterie board, alongside veggies and crusty pieces of bread such as pretzels or crostinis. You can also serve this spread in a pinwheel fashioned by spreading it evenly over a tortilla, rolling it, and slicing it into bite sizes. Add some chopped jalapeño peppers or a dash of hot sauce for a bit of spice. Smoked mussel spread is a delicious and easy-to-make appetizer that is perfect for entertaining.

How to make Smoked Mussels Dip

Ingredients

• 2 4-ounce tins smoked mussels, drained
• 8 ounces cream cheese, at room temperature
• 1 ½ teaspoons kosher salt
• 2 teaspoons smoked paprika
• Zest and juice from 2 small limes
• 1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil, plus more for drizzling
• 2 teaspoons hot sauce, such as Tapatío
• ½ cup diced celery
• 3 tablespoons toasted pine nuts
• 3 tablespoons diced blood orange segments
• Torn fresh mint leaves, for garnish
• Assorted crackers and vegetables, for serving

Directions

1. In the bowl of a food processor, combine the mussels, cream cheese, salt, paprika, lime zest and juice, olive oil and hot sauce. Pulse for 3 minutes or until fully combined and creamy.
2. Transfer the dip to a medium bowl and fold in the celery. Garnish with the pine nuts, blood oranges and mint leaves. Drizzle with olive oil.
3. Serve with crackers and assorted vegetables for dipping.

The smoked mussels spread is the perfect dish if you’re looking for a fun and easy appetizer to serve at your next party. This recipe is simple to follow and can be made in just a few minutes. Plus, it’s always a hit with guests.