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Lox Bagel

A classic lox bagel with cream cheese, smoked salmon, and fresh toppings that brings the café experience to your home.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 5 minutes
Total Time 15 minutes
Servings: 2 servings
Course: Breakfast, Brunch
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main
  • 2 bagels your choice of plain, everything, or sesame
  • 4 ounces cream cheese softened
  • 4 ounces smoked salmon lox
  • 1/4 red onion thinly sliced
  • 1 small cucumber thinly sliced
  • Capers for garnish, optional
  • Fresh dill for garnish, optional

Equipment

  • Toaster or oven
  • Butter knife
  • Cutting board
  • Sharp knife
  • Plate for serving

Method
 

  1. Start by slicing the bagels in half.
  2. Toast the bagels until golden brown, about 5 minutes.
  3. Generously spread softened cream cheese over each toasted bagel half.
  4. Place the smoked salmon on top of the cream cheese.
  5. Arrange the thinly sliced red onions on top of the salmon.
  6. Add the cucumber slices on top.
  7. If using, sprinkle capers over the top.
  8. Finish by sprinkling fresh dill on top.
  9. Serve your lox bagels immediately on a plate.

Notes

Always use fresh ingredients for the best flavor; freshness makes all the difference!