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A classic New York deli favorite! Toasted bagels slathered with creamy cheese, topped with silky smoked salmon, tangy capers, and fresh dill. It's a simple, elegant, and satisfying breakfast or brunch.
For 4 servings
Toast the bagels
Assemble the bagels
Serve immediately
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A classic New York deli favorite! Toasted bagels slathered with creamy cheese, topped with silky smoked salmon, tangy capers, and fresh dill. It's a simple, elegant, and satisfying breakfast or brunch.
This jewish_american recipe takes 15 minutes to prepare and yields 4 servings. At 556.22 calories per serving with 25.66g of protein, it's a beginner-friendly recipe perfect for breakfast or brunch or lunch.
Use a plant-based cream cheese and replace the smoked salmon with thinly sliced carrot lox or a store-bought vegan salmon alternative.
Simply swap the regular bagels for your favorite gluten-free bagels to make this recipe suitable for a gluten-free diet.
Opt for a whole wheat or sprouted grain bagel for more fiber, and use a light or neufchâtel cream cheese to reduce fat and calories.
For a milder flavor, you can omit the capers and red onion. Some kids might also prefer plain cream cheese without the dill.
Smoked salmon is packed with omega-3s, which are essential for brain health and reducing inflammation.
Both the salmon and cream cheese provide a good amount of protein, which helps in muscle repair and keeps you feeling full.
The bagel offers complex carbohydrates, providing a steady release of energy to start your day.
It can be part of a healthy diet. Smoked salmon is an excellent source of omega-3 fatty acids and protein. To make it healthier, choose a whole wheat bagel for added fiber and use light cream cheese to lower the fat content.
A typical bagel with lox and cream cheese has approximately 450-550 calories, depending on the size of the bagel and the amount of cream cheese used. Most calories come from the bagel and the cream cheese.
It's best assembled right before serving to prevent the bagel from getting soggy. However, you can prep the ingredients ahead: slice the onion, chop the dill, and have everything ready to go for quick assembly.
Lox or cold-smoked salmon is the traditional choice. It has a silky, smooth texture that works perfectly with the creamy cheese and chewy bagel. Look for high-quality, thinly sliced salmon for the best experience.