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Nordic/Scandinavian Smørrebrød Recipes

Smørrebrød is the Danish word for the iconic open faced sandwiches that are popular throughout the Scandinavian region.  Often served on a hearty rye bread, these sandwiches are piled high with fresh ingredients and are as beautiful as they are tasty!

Browse a stunning array of smørrebrød ideas, both traditional and modern.  From New Potato Smørrebrød with Garlic Aioli and Crispy Shallots to Chickpea Salad Smørrebrød to Beet and Celery Root Cake Smørrebrød with Herbed Skyr Sauce, there is something here for every mood and occasion!

Soft Dill Bread on a cutting board next to a towel and a sprig of dill.

Soft Dill Bread (made with Cottage Cheese)

Close up of a stack of gluten-free seed crackers (Norwegian Crispbread)

Gluten-Free Seed Crackers (Norwegian Crispbread)

Side view of Carrot Salad Smørrebrød on a plate.

Carrot Salad Smørrebrød with Boursin, Cucumber and Avocado

Sliced rye bread on a marble surface.

Easy Overnight Danish Rye Bread (Rugbrød)

Egg salad in a bowl with a spoon next to crackers and dill sprigs.

Creamy Egg Salad with Dill and Capers

A bowl with herbed yogurt sauce next to fresh dill sprigs and a napkin.

Creamy Herbed Skyr Sauce

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A open roast beef sandwich on a plate

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Open sandwiches topped with lettuce and grilled summer squash on a plate

Grilled Summer Squash Smørrebrød with Basil Mayonnaise

A close up of an open sandwich with mushrooms and lettuce

Balsamic-Glazed Mushroom Smørrebrød with White Bean Purée

Two open face egg salad sandwiches topped with lettuce and radishes on a plate

Simple Egg Salad Smørrebrød

Rye bread slices on a plate next to a loaf of rye bread and a wooden knife with butter

Sourdough Danish Rye Bread (Rugbrød)

An open sandwich with ricotta cheese, broccoli and sun-dried tomatoes on a plate

Roasted Broccoli Smørrebrød with Whipped Ricotta

An open sandwich with beet hummus, avocado slices and pickled onions on a plate with a fork

Roasted Beet Hummus Smørrebrød with Avocado and Pickled Onions

An open sandwich with lettuce, potato slices, crispy shallots and creamy sauce on a plate

New Potato Smørrebrød with Garlic Aïoli and Crispy Shallots

A open roast beef sandwich on a plate

Roast Beef Smørrebrød with Danish Remoulade and Crispy Shallots

Open sandwiches with blue cheese, pears and hazelnuts on a plate

Blue Cheese and Pear Compote Smørrebrød

An open sandwich with meatballs and beet salad on a plate

Swedish Meatball Smørrebrød with Creamy Pickled Beet Salad

Open sandwiches with tomatoes and egg on a marble plate

Easy Garden Tomato Smørrebrød

Open sandwiches with chickpea salad, radishes and lettuce on a plate

Chickpea Salad Smørrebrød

Open sandwiches topped with snap peas and leeks on a wooden cutting board next to a knife and fork

Caramelized Leek and Snap Pea Salad Smørrebrød

Open sandwiches topped with lettuce, salmon and fennel on a marble plate

Smoked Salmon and Fennel Salad Smørrebrød

Salmon with mustard sauce, pickled beets and salad on a plate

Roasted Salmon Smørrebrød with Creamy Mustard Dill Sauce and Pickled Beets

An open ham sandwich on a plate with a fork

Italian Salad and Ham Smørrebrød

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