Classic Bagel with Lox
Elevate your breakfast or brunch experience with this irresistibly savory Classic Bagel with Lox recipe! Featuring a perfectly toasted bagel topped with creamy, tangy cream cheese, silky ribbons of smoked salmon, and vibrant layers of thinly sliced red onion, this recipe is a delightful balance of textures and flavors. A scatter of briny capers, a touch of fresh dill, and a squeeze of zesty lemon juice add bursts of brightness, while a hint of black pepper ties it all together. Ready in just 10 minutes, this quintessential deli-style dish is perfect for busy mornings or leisurely weekend indulgence. Whether you’re a fan of smoked salmon or exploring classic bagel toppings, this recipe is a must-try for any foodie craving a sophisticated and satisfying bite.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 bagel
- 2 tablespoons cream cheese
- 3 ounces lox (smoked salmon)
- 0.25 small red onion
- 1 tablespoon capers
- 1 sprig fresh dill
- 0.25 lemon
- 0.125 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
Slice the bagel in half and toast it to your desired level of crispiness.
While the bagel is toasting, slice the red onion into very thin rings.
Once the bagel is toasted, spread 1 tablespoon of cream cheese on each half.
Lay 1.5 ounces of lox on each cream cheese-covered half of the bagel.
Arrange the thin slices of red onion over the lox.
Sprinkle 0.5 tablespoon of capers evenly over each half of the bagel.
Snip a few small pieces of dill from the sprig and sprinkle over the top.
Squeeze a few drops of lemon juice on each half to enhance flavor.
Finish with a light sprinkle of black pepper for a little added spice.
Serve immediately and enjoy your classic bagel with lox.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
473 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 15.7 g | 20% | |
| Saturated Fat | 6.9 g | 34% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1.4 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 50 mg | 17% | |
| Sodium | 1309 mg | 57% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 55.2 g | 20% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 5.3 g | 19% | |
| Total Sugars | 8.8 g | ||
| Protein | 28.3 g | 57% | |
| Vitamin D | 14.6 mcg | 73% | |
| Calcium | 160 mg | 12% | |
| Iron | 3.9 mg | 22% | |
| Potassium | 449 mg | 10% | |
*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.
