Smoked Salmon Bagel
A classic, elegant breakfast featuring chewy bagels, creamy cheese, and delicate smoked salmon.
Ingredients
- •4 fresh plain or everything bagels
- •8 ounces cream cheese, softened
- •8 ounces thinly sliced smoked salmon
- •1 medium red onion, very thinly sliced
- •1 large ripe tomato, sliced
- •1/4 cup capers, drained
- •2 tablespoons fresh dill, chopped
- •1 lemon, cut into wedges
Instructions
- 1
Slice each bagel in half horizontally and toast them in a toaster or oven until warm and lightly golden.
- 2
Spread a generous layer of softened cream cheese evenly on both the top and bottom halves of each toasted bagel.
- 3
Layer the thinly sliced smoked salmon over the cream cheese on the bottom halves of the bagels.
- 4
Top the salmon with thinly sliced red onion, tomato slices, and a scattering of capers.
- 5
Garnish with fresh chopped dill and a squeeze of fresh lemon juice over the top.
- 6
Place the top half of the bagel firmly on the fillings and serve immediately.
💡 Chef tips
- For the best texture, toast the bagels just before serving so the exterior is crisp and the interior remains soft.
- You can substitute chive cream cheese for plain cream cheese to add an extra layer of savory flavor.
- Keep all ingredients well-chilled until ready to assemble for the freshest taste.
✅ How it should turn out
The finished bagels are vibrant and appetizing, offering a delightful combination of crunchy bread, rich creamy cheese, and savory, smoky salmon with bright notes of lemon and dill.