Vegetarian Bagel with Cream Cheese and Smoked Salmon

Savor the perfect balance of smoky, creamy, and fresh flavors with this Vegetarian Bagel with Cream Cheese and Smoked "Salmon." This innovative recipe uses marinated and roasted carrot strips to replicate the delicate texture and smoky taste of traditional salmon, making it a show-stopping plant-based alternative. Layered on a toasted bagel with velvety cream cheese, briny capers, aromatic fresh dill, and a hint of zesty lemon, this dish offers a delightful twist on the classic bagel and lox combination. Ready in under an hour, it's a quick, indulgent option for breakfast, brunch, or even lunch. Perfect for vegetarians and anyone looking to explore creative meat-free options, this recipe is sure to impress with its vibrant flavors and stunning presentation.

Nutriscore Rating: 67/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:30 mins

Total Time:45 mins

Servings: 2

Ingredients

• 1 whole Bagel
• 2 tablespoons Cream cheese
• 2 large Carrots
• 1 teaspoon Liquid smoke
• 2 tablespoons Soy sauce
• 1 tablespoon Maple syrup
• 1 tablespoon Olive oil
• 1 tablespoon Fresh dill
• 1 tablespoon Capers
• 0.25 small Red onion
• 0.5 whole Lemon
• 0 to taste Black pepper

Directions

Step 1

Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).

Step 2

Peel the carrots and slice them lengthwise into thin strips using a vegetable peeler or mandoline slicer to mimic the texture of smoked salmon.

Step 3

In a bowl, mix liquid smoke, soy sauce, maple syrup, and olive oil.

Step 4

Place the carrot strips into the mixture and let them marinate for at least 10 minutes.

Step 5

Spread the marinated carrot strips in a single layer on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.

Step 6

Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, flipping halfway through, until the carrots are softened and slightly crisp around the edges.

Step 7

While the carrots are baking, prepare the other ingredients: finely chop the fresh dill, thinly slice the red onion, and cut the lemon into wedges.

Step 8

Cut the bagel in half and toast it until lightly golden.

Step 9

Spread the cream cheese generously on each half of the toasted bagel.

Step 10

Once the carrots are done, let them cool slightly, then arrange them over the cream cheese.

Step 11

Sprinkle with fresh dill and capers. Add the thin slices of red onion on top.

Step 12

Squeeze a bit of fresh lemon juice over the top and season with black pepper to taste.

Step 13

Serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(409.1g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	636.2

Total Fat 26.6g	0%
Saturated Fat 8.4g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.9g
Cholesterol 30.3mg	0%
Sodium 2001.6mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 86.7g	0%
Dietary Fiber 10.5g	0%
Total Sugars 29.4g
Protein 17.4g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 222.5mg	0%
Iron 4.9mg	0%
Potassium 904.1mg	0%

*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.

Source of Calories

Fat: 36.5%

Protein: 10.6%

Carbs: 52.9%