Smoked Salmon Bagel

The Smoked Salmon Bagel is a classic breakfast or brunch dish featuring a toasted bagel spread with cream cheese and topped with slices of smoked salmon, often accompanied by capers, red onion, and dill. It is a staple of Jewish-American cuisine, particularly associated with New York City delis and appetizing shops.

🍽️ Nutrition at a glance

This dish is a balanced source of protein from the salmon and cream cheese, with carbohydrates from the bagel and healthy fats from the fish. A typical serving contains roughly 400-600 calories, providing omega-3 fatty acids, B vitamins, and calcium.

Nutrition breakdown

Calories	350 kcal
Protein	20 g
Carbs	35 g
Fat	14 g
Fiber	2 g
Sugar	6 g
Sodium	800 mg
Vitamin D	1 mcg
Calcium	80 mg
Iron	2 mg
Potassium	250 mg
Vitamin B12	2 mcg
Niacin (B3)	3 mg
Selenium	20 mcg
Phosphorus	150 mg

Per 1 bagel with cream cheese and smoked salmon (approx. 150 g) · estimated, varies by recipe

💡 What's interesting

The combination reflects the culinary traditions of Eastern European Jewish immigrants who brought both bagel-making and smoked fish techniques to America. It has become an iconic symbol of New York City food culture, often enjoyed as a 'Sunday morning' staple.