Description
Smoked salmon, creamy spreads, fresh veggies, and classic toppings make this bagel and lox board an elegant, customizable, and affordable option for brunch or special occasions.
Ingredients
- Smoked salmon (about 1 container, usually $15, enough for 4-6 servings)
- 6 bagels (plain, everything, or your choice)
- 1 cup cream cheese or sour cream (sour cream preferred)
- 2 hard-boiled eggs, sliced
- 1 cucumber, thinly sliced
- 1–2 tomatoes, sliced
- 1 avocado, sliced
- 2 tablespoons capers
- 1 lemon, sliced
- Fresh dill (for garnish)
- 1 red onion, thinly sliced
- 2 scallions, sliced
- Pickled red onion (optional)
- Fresh basil (for garnish)
Instructions
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Prepare the Smoked Salmon:
Place the smoked salmon on a large wooden or serving board. You can fan it out or arrange it in a more casual style, depending on your preference. -
Prepare the Bagels:
Slice the bagels in half and arrange them on the board, leaving space for all the toppings. You can either toast them slightly or leave them soft. -
Arrange the Toppings:
Start by adding the cream cheese or sour cream in small bowls, placing them on the board near the bagels. Try fanning out cucumber slices, slicing lemons nicely, and arranging the tomatoes, avocado, and hard-boiled eggs artfully. -
Add the Extras:
Sprinkle the capers, fresh dill, red onion slices, and scallions around the board. Add pickled red onion if desired, and place fresh basil for garnish. -
Serve:
Arrange everything in a way that’s visually pleasing and easy for guests to grab. Everyone can load their bagels with as many toppings as they like, creating their ideal bite.
- Cook Time: 15 minutes