Classic Bagel with Cream Cheese and Lox
Indulge in the timeless flavors of a Classic Bagel with Cream Cheese and Lox, a recipe that combines simplicity with gourmet appeal in just 10 minutes of prep time. This quintessential deli-inspired dish features a perfectly toasted bagel slathered with creamy, tangy cream cheese, topped with silky, savory lox, and enhanced by the crunch of red onion, briny capers, and fresh sprigs of dill. A zesty squeeze of lemon and a pinch of black pepper tie together this elegant yet easy-to-make breakfast or brunch staple. With its balance of textures and flavors, this recipe delivers a refined culinary experience that’s perfect for mornings, gatherings, or a quick indulgent snack.
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Ingredients
- 1 piece Bagel
- 3 tablespoons Cream Cheese
- 3 ounces Lox (Smoked Salmon)
- 0.25 cup Red Onion
- 1 tablespoon Capers
- 1 sprig Dill
- 1 wedge Lemon
- 1 pinch Black Pepper
Directions
Step 1
Preheat your toaster or oven to medium-high heat.
Step 2
Slice the bagel in half horizontally using a serrated knife.
Step 3
Toast the bagel halves until they are golden brown and crispy, about 3-5 minutes.
Step 4
While the bagel is toasting, thinly slice the red onion into rings and set aside.
Step 5
Once the bagel is toasted, spread 1.5 tablespoons of cream cheese evenly on each half.
Step 6
Layer the lox over the cream cheese on each bagel half.
Step 7
Garnish with sliced red onion and capers over the lox.
Step 8
Add a sprig of dill on top of each half for a fresh flavor.
Step 9
Squeeze a wedge of lemon over the top and season with a pinch of black pepper.
Step 10
Serve immediately and enjoy your fresh, savory bagel with cream cheese and lox.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (285.0g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 527.9 |
| Total Fat 20.8g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 10.0g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 1.6g | |
| Cholesterol 65.0mg | 0% |
| Sodium 1356.1mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 56.3g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 5.3g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 9.7g | |
| Protein 29.3g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 582.6IU | 0% |
| Calcium 175.8mg | 0% |
| Iron 4.0mg | 0% |
| Potassium 475.8mg | 0% |
Source of Calories