Christmas Bagel Bites with Leek Spread and Smoked Salmon
Elevate your holiday gatherings with these elegant Christmas Bagel Bites with Leek Spread and Smoked Salmon—a festive appetizer that’s as beautiful as it is delicious! These bite-sized mini bagels are topped with a creamy, savory leek and dill spread made from softened cream cheese, sautéed leeks, and a hint of lemon for brightness. Each toasted bagel half is crowned with delicate slices of smoky salmon and garnished with briny capers for a perfect burst of flavor in every bite. Quick to prepare and packed with seasonal flair, this recipe is ideal for holiday brunches, cocktail parties, or any celebration where you want to impress your guests. Whether served fresh or slightly chilled, these irresistible bites are a merry addition to your Christmas appetizers!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 12 pieces mini bagels
- 200 grams cream cheese
- 1 medium-sized leeks
- 1 tablespoon unsalted butter
- 1 minced garlic clove
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 2 tablespoons (chopped) fresh dill
- 150 grams smoked salmon
- 2 tablespoons capers
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
Slice the mini bagels in half and lightly toast them until golden brown; set aside.
Trim and clean the leek by removing the dark green parts and any grit or dirt. Finely chop the white and light green parts of the leek.
In a skillet, melt 1 tablespoon of unsalted butter over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and chopped leek, cooking until softened and fragrant (about 4-5 minutes). Remove from heat and allow to cool completely.
In a mixing bowl, combine the cooled leek mixture with the cream cheese, lemon juice, chopped dill, salt, and black pepper. Mix thoroughly until smooth and creamy.
Spread a generous layer of the leek cream cheese mixture onto each toasted mini bagel half.
Top each bagel half with a small slice of smoked salmon, folding or arranging as needed for presentation.
Garnish with a couple of capers and an additional sprinkle of fresh dill, if desired.
Serve immediately or chill for up to 1 hour before serving to allow the flavors to meld.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1673 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 31.0 g | 40% | |
| Saturated Fat | 14.5 g | 72% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1.5 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 66 mg | 22% | |
| Sodium | 4897 mg | 213% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 281.7 g | 102% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 14.7 g | 52% | |
| Total Sugars | 40.4 g | ||
| Protein | 77.8 g | 156% | |
| Vitamin D | 25.7 mcg | 128% | |
| Calcium | 344 mg | 26% | |
| Iron | 18.8 mg | 104% | |
| Potassium | 536 mg | 11% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
