Description
A classic and irresistible Smoked Salmon Bagel featuring creamy cream cheese, smoky salmon, and fresh toppings. Perfect for breakfast, brunch, or a quick, satisfying meal. This recipe is versatile, allowing you to add your favorite ingredients for a custom touch.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 bagels (plain, everything, or your favorite variety)
- 4 ounces smoked salmon
- 4 tablespoons cream cheese, softened
- 1 small red onion, thinly sliced
- 1 small tomato, thinly sliced
- 1/2 cucumber, thinly sliced
- Handful of capers (optional)
- Fresh dill for garnish
- Salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
- Lemon wedges (for serving)
Instructions
- Toast the Bagels:
- Slice the bagels in half and lightly toast them until golden brown.
- Spread Cream Cheese:
- Generously spread softened cream cheese on each toasted bagel half.
- Layer the Ingredients:
- Start with a layer of smoked salmon on top of the cream cheese.
- Add slices of red onion, tomato, and cucumber.
- Add Finishing Touches:
- Sprinkle capers (if using) and fresh dill over the top.
- Season with a pinch of salt and freshly ground black pepper.
- Serve:
- Serve immediately with lemon wedges on the side for a fresh, zesty squeeze.
Notes
- For added flavor, try a flavored cream cheese like herb, garlic, or chive.
- Avocado slices or a boiled egg make great additions.
- This recipe can be prepared with gluten-free bagels if needed.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bagel
- Calories: ~400 kcal
- Sugar: ~4 g
- Sodium: ~900 mg
- Fat: ~18 g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: ~45 mg