Smoked salmon bagel with cream cheese

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A smoked salmon bagel with cream cheese is a classic breakfast or brunch dish featuring a chewy, ring-shaped bagel sliced and topped with creamy spreadable cheese, silky slices of smoked salmon, and often garnished with capers, red onion, or fresh dill. It's a staple of New York City deli culture, though its origins trace back to Eastern European Jewish immigrants who brought bagel-making traditions to America.

🍽️ Nutrition at a glance

This dish is high in protein from the salmon and cream cheese, moderate in fat (especially from the cream cheese), and provides a significant source of carbohydrates from the bagel itself. It's a good source of omega-3 fatty acids, vitamin D, and B vitamins, with a typical serving ranging from 400 to 600 calories depending on bagel size and portion amounts.

Nutrition breakdown

Calories	420 kcal
Protein	22 g
Carbs	45 g
Fat	18 g
Fiber	2 g
Sugar	7 g
Sodium	980 mg
Calcium	120 mg
Iron	3.2 mg
Potassium	310 mg
Vitamin A	180 mcg RAE
Vitamin B12	3.8 mcg
Vitamin D	1.2 mcg
Niacin (B3)	5.6 mg
Selenium	28 mcg

Per 1 bagel sandwich (approx. 200 g) · estimated, varies by recipe

💡 What's interesting

Culturally, this combination became an iconic symbol of New York City's food scene in the mid-20th century, representing a fusion of Jewish culinary heritage with American convenience. Nutritionally, the pairing is clever: the bagel's carbs provide quick energy, while the salmon's healthy fats and protein promote satiety, making it a surprisingly balanced meal despite its indulgent reputation.