Smoked Salmon Bagel Sandwich (Printable Version)

A flavorful smoked salmon bagel topped with cream cheese, crisp cucumber, red onion, and capers with dill garnish.

# Everything You’ll Need:

→ Bakery

01 - 2 plain or whole wheat bagels

→ Seafood

02 - 4 oz smoked salmon

→ Dairy

03 - 2 tablespoons cream cheese, regular or flavored (e.g. chive)

→ Produce

04 - 1/2 small red onion, thinly sliced
05 - 1 small cucumber, thinly sliced
06 - Fresh dill, optional for garnish
07 - Lemon wedges, for serving

→ Condiments

08 - 1 tablespoon capers
09 - Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste

# Steps to Cook:

01 - Slice the bagels in half and toast until crisp and golden to your preferred level.
02 - Spread a generous layer of cream cheese evenly over each toasted bagel half.
03 - Place smoked salmon atop the cream cheese, followed by thin slices of red onion and cucumber for texture and freshness.
04 - Sprinkle capers over the assembled sandwich, add fresh dill sprigs if desired, and season with salt and pepper to enhance flavor.
05 - Present the bagel sandwiches with lemon wedges on the side for added brightness.

# Extra Suggestions:

01 - Customize with additional toppings like avocado, tomatoes, or sprouts. Components can be prepared in advance and assembled immediately before serving.