Lox and cream cheese bagel Recipe

Name: Lox and cream cheese bagel
Prep time: 5 min
Total time: 5 min
Yield: 1 bagel sandwich
Cuisine: American (Jewish deli)
Ingredients: 1 bagel (plain, sesame, or everything); 2 ounces cream cheese, softened; 2 ounces lox (smoked salmon); 2 thin slices red onion; 2 slices tomato; 1 tablespoon capers, drained; Fresh dill sprigs for garnish (optional)

American (Jewish deli) · Main course · 5 min total

Lox and cream cheese bagel recipe videos

A classic New York-style bagel sandwich with silky smoked salmon, creamy cheese, and bright, tangy garnishes. Perfect for brunch or a quick, satisfying meal.

5
min prep

1
servings

450
kcal/serving

Ingredients

1 bagel (plain, sesame, or everything)
2 ounces cream cheese, softened
2 ounces lox (smoked salmon)
2 thin slices red onion
2 slices tomato
1 tablespoon capers, drained
Fresh dill sprigs for garnish (optional)

Instructions

Slice the bagel in half horizontally and toast if desired.
Spread cream cheese evenly on both cut sides of the bagel.
Layer the lox on the bottom half, folding to fit.
Top with red onion slices, tomato slices, and capers.
Garnish with fresh dill if using, then close with the top half of the bagel. Serve immediately.

Tips

Use high-quality, cold-smoked lox for best flavor.
Let cream cheese sit at room temperature for 10 minutes for easier spreading.
Add a squeeze of lemon juice for extra brightness.

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