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A classic New York deli favorite. Toasted bagels generously schmeared with cream cheese, layered with silky smoked salmon, tangy capers, and sharp red onion. The perfect brunch treat, ready in minutes.
For 4 servings
Prepare your toppings. Very thinly slice the red onion. Drain and rinse the capers to remove excess brine. Roughly chop the fresh dill.
Slice the bagels in half horizontally. Toast them to your desired level of crispness, either in a toaster or under a broiler for 1-2 minutes until golden brown.
While the bagels are still warm, spread a generous layer of softened cream cheese on both cut sides of each bagel, using about 2 tablespoons per half.
On the bottom half of each bagel, layer the ingredients. Start by arranging about 3 ounces of smoked salmon in loose folds. Evenly sprinkle with the thinly sliced red onion and 1 tablespoon of drained capers.
Garnish with a generous sprinkle of fresh dill and a crack of freshly ground black pepper. Place the top half of the bagel on top. Serve immediately with lemon wedges on the side for squeezing over the salmon just before eating.
A classic New York deli favorite. Toasted bagels generously schmeared with cream cheese, layered with silky smoked salmon, tangy capers, and sharp red onion. The perfect brunch treat, ready in minutes.
This jewish_american recipe takes 15 minutes to prepare and yields 4 servings. At 572.26 calories per serving with 30.15g of protein, it's a beginner-friendly recipe perfect for breakfast or brunch or lunch.
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Add thinly sliced tomato, cucumber, or avocado for extra freshness and creaminess.
Use a flavored cream cheese like chive and onion, or mix in your own chopped herbs like parsley or chives directly into plain cream cheese.
While bagels are classic, this is also delicious on dark rye bread, pumpernickel, or a toasted brioche bun.
For a different flavor profile, try using gravlax (cured salmon) instead of smoked salmon.
Smoked salmon is an excellent source of omega-3 fatty acids, which are crucial for brain health, reducing inflammation, and lowering the risk of heart disease.
Both the salmon and cream cheese provide a significant amount of high-quality protein, which is essential for building and repairing tissues, muscle maintenance, and keeping you feeling full and satisfied.
Salmon is packed with B vitamins, particularly B12, B6, niacin, and riboflavin. These vitamins are vital for energy production, creating and repairing DNA, and reducing inflammation.
A typical smoked salmon sandwich made with these ingredients has approximately 550-650 calories, depending on the size of the bagel and the amount of cream cheese used.
It can be part of a healthy diet. It's a great source of protein and heart-healthy omega-3 fatty acids from the salmon. However, it can be high in sodium (from salmon and capers) and saturated fat (from full-fat cream cheese). To make it healthier, you can use a whole wheat bagel, light cream cheese, and be mindful of portion sizes.
It's best to assemble the sandwich just before serving to prevent the bagel from becoming soggy. However, you can prepare all the components ahead of time: slice the onion, chop the dill, and portion out the cream cheese and salmon. Store them separately in the refrigerator for quick assembly.
Lox or Nova-style smoked salmon are the classic choices for this sandwich. They are thinly sliced and have a silky texture that works perfectly. Gravlax, which is cured but not smoked, is another delicious alternative.
If you find raw red onion too sharp, you can mellow its flavor by soaking the thin slices in a bowl of ice-cold water for about 10-15 minutes. Drain them thoroughly and pat dry before adding to your sandwich.
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