Can I eat smoked salmon when pregnant?
AvoidColdCold-smoked fish can carry Listeria.
SafeHot in pastaCooked into a hot dish, steaming hot
Smoked salmon for other situations
BreastfeedingNo Listeria concern for breastfeeding. Usual food safety applies.Safe
VegetarianContains fish, which isn't vegetarian.Avoid
VeganContains fish, which isn't vegan.Avoid
CoeliacNaturally gluten-free.Safe
Milk allergyNo milk listed.Safe
Peanut allergyNo peanut listed.Safe
Gestational diabetesNo known concern for gestational diabetes.Safe
MAOIsNo known concern for MAOIs.Safe
Low-FODMAPNo known concern for a low-FODMAP diet.Safe
Questions people ask
Is smoked salmon safe in pregnancy?
Cold: Avoid. Cold-smoked fish can carry Listeria. Hot in pasta: Safe. Fine up to 3–4 serves a week.