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Smoked salmon bagel with cream cheese on a plate with capers and dill

Smoked Salmon Bagel with Cream Cheese

Learn how to make a smoked salmon bagel with cream cheese that’s full of flavor. Healthy ideas, calorie details, and tips included!
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Total Time 10 minutes
Course Breakfast
Cuisine American
Servings 2 Serving
Calories 104 kcal

Ingredients
  

  • 1 sesame bagel or plain bagel
  • 3 oz smoked salmon preferably cold-smoked
  • 2 tbsp cream cheese
  • 1 tbsp capers
  • 2-3 thin slices of red onion
  • Fresh dill for garnish
  • 1 lemon wedge optional
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions
 

  • Toast the bagel until golden brown and crispy.
  • Spread a generous layer of cream cheese on each half of the warm bagel.
  • Lay slices of smoked salmon evenly across the top of the cream cheese.
  • Add red onion slices and a few capers on top of the smoked salmon.
  • Garnish with fresh dill and a squeeze of lemon juice if desired.
  • Season with a pinch of salt and pepper to taste, and enjoy immediately.
Smoked salmon bagel with cream cheese on a plate with capers and dill
Smoked Salmon Bagel with Cream Cheese

Notes

  • Tip 1: For a healthier option, substitute your regular bagel with a whole wheat bagel or a gluten-free bagel. You can also use low-fat cream cheese for a lighter version.
  • Tip 2: Want a saltier and more traditional flavor? Try using lox instead of smoked salmon. Lox is cured, not smoked, giving it a distinct flavor that pairs perfectly with cream cheese and capers.
  • Tip 3: If you want to add an extra kick of flavor, sprinkle a bit of everything bagel seasoning on top of your cream cheese. This blend of sesame seeds, garlic, and onion elevates the taste.
  • Tip 4: Experiment with toppings! Add thin slices of cucumber, avocado, or even tomato for an extra layer of freshness.
  • Storage Tip: If you have leftover smoked salmon, store it in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days. You can also freeze smoked salmon for up to 2 months, but the texture might change slightly when thawed.

Nutrition

Serving: 1ServingCalories: 104kcalCarbohydrates: 2gProtein: 9gFat: 7gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 24mgSodium: 490mgPotassium: 108mgFiber: 0.4gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 239IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 23mgIron: 0.5mg
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