There are bagels, and then there’s the smoked salmon bagel. Toasty everything bagel. Tangy cream cheese. Silky salmon. Briny capers. Sharp red onion. Fresh dill. No plane ticket to New York required. Your kitchen. Right now.
Step-by-Step Instructions
Toast Bagels
Slice bagels in half. Toast until golden and crisp.
Schmear Cream Cheese
Spread a generous layer of cream cheese on each toasted half, right to the edges.
Layer Salmon
Drape smoked salmon over the cream cheese. Fold into loose ribbons for a beautiful presentation.
Add Toppings
Sprinkle with red onion, capers, and fresh dill. Add tomato or a squeeze of lemon if desired.
Serve
Close your eyes. Take a bite. Pretend you’re in Manhattan.
Summary
Prep Time: 5 min | Cook Time: 3 min | Total: 8 min
Yield: 2 servings | Difficulty: Trivial
Storage Notes
Don’t assemble ahead. Bagels get soggy. Store components separately: smoked salmon (opened, eat within 3 days), cream cheese, and bagels. Assemble fresh for maximum crunch.
