Smoked Salmon Bagels
A delicious combination of toasted bagels topped with cream cheese, smoked salmon, and fresh vegetables, perfect for breakfast or lunch.
Ingredients
Bagel Assembly
- 4 pieces bagels Any type of bagel, like plain or everything.
- 8 oz cream cheese Spread generously on the bagel.
- 8 oz smoked salmon or lox The key ingredient for flavor.
- 1 medium red onion Thinly sliced.
- 2 tbsp capers Briny flavor enhancer.
- 4 sprigs fresh dill For garnish and flavor.
- 1 medium lemon Cut into wedges for serving.
- to taste salt and black pepper Essential seasonings.
- 1 medium cucumber Thinly sliced for crunch.
- 1 medium ripe tomato Sliced for juiciness.
- 1 medium avocado Sliced for creaminess.
- 4 pieces radishes Thinly sliced for a peppery crunch.
Instructions
Preparation
- Slice the bagels in half lengthwise to prepare them for assembly.
- Toast the bagels until lightly golden brown for an optional crispy texture.
- Generously apply cream cheese onto the bottom half of each toasted bagel.
- Layer on thinly sliced lox or smoked salmon over the cream cheese.
- Add red onion slices, capers, and fresh dill or any of your preferred toppings.
- Sprinkle salt and pepper over the toppings for added flavor.
- Place the top half of the bagel over the filled bottom half.
- Plate the bagels with lemon slices or wedges on the side.
Notes
Toast them for a delightful contrast between warm, crispy exterior and cool cream cheese. Try flavored cream cheese and varying bagel types for a unique experience. Always use fresh ingredients for the best flavors and textures.