Heart-Healthy Classic Bagel with Cream Cheese and Lox
Savor the timeless flavors of a *Heart-Healthy Classic Bagel with Cream Cheese and Lox*, a nutritious twist on the beloved deli favorite. This quick, no-cook recipe features toasted whole grain bagels as the foundation, layered with a generous spread of low-fat cream cheese, silky smoked salmon (lox), and a medley of fresh toppings like baby spinach, tangy red onion, briny capers, and aromatic dill. A squeeze of fresh lemon juice ties it all together, adding a zesty brightness to each bite. Perfect for breakfast, brunch, or a satisfying snack, this recipe is packed with heart-healthy ingredients and ready in just 15 minutes. Whether you’re looking for a wholesome way to indulge in a classic or want an elegant option for entertaining, this nutrient-rich bagel is sure to impress.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 whole grain bagels
- 100 grams low-fat cream cheese
- 100 grams smoked salmon (lox)
- 50 grams baby spinach leaves
- 1 small red onion
- 10 grams fresh dill
- 2 tablespoons capers
- 1 lemon
- 1 pinch black pepper
Instructions
Slice the whole grain bagels in half and lightly toast them if desired.
Spread 50 grams of low-fat cream cheese evenly on each half of the bagels.
Divide the smoked salmon (lox) equally and place it on top of the cream cheese-covered bagels.
Wash and dry the baby spinach leaves and distribute them evenly on top of the salmon slices.
Peel and thinly slice the small red onion. Place the desired amount of onion slices over the spinach.
Chop the fresh dill finely and sprinkle it over the bagels to add a burst of fresh flavor.
Add about a tablespoon of capers on each bagel for a tangy bite and sprinkle a pinch of black pepper for seasoning.
Cut the lemon in half and drizzle a bit of fresh lemon juice over each assembled bagel for a zesty finish.
Serve immediately and enjoy your heart-healthy classic bagel with cream cheese and lox.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
909 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 25.9 g | 33% | |
| Saturated Fat | 12.4 g | 62% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.1 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 59 mg | 20% | |
| Sodium | 2416 mg | 105% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 116.5 g | 42% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 13.5 g | 48% | |
| Total Sugars | 21.9 g | ||
| Protein | 47.6 g | 95% | |
| Vitamin D | 17.1 mcg | 86% | |
| Calcium | 354 mg | 27% | |
| Iron | 9.2 mg | 51% | |
| Potassium | 1224 mg | 26% | |
*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.
