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    Smoked Salmon Bagel With Cream Cheese

    November 9, 2021 *Updated* November 29, 2022 / By: Gloria Duggan | Homemade & Yummy 125 Comments

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    Smoked Salmon Bagel is the perfect option for any meal of the day. Cold slices of smoked salmon layered on top of artichoke cream cheese spread, topped with capers and a dusting of freshly cracked black pepper.

    Deli-style sandwiches are so easy to make. You will want to try this Sliced Corned Beef Sandwich too.

    Smoked salmon on a bagel with cream cheese and capers.

    Now, do I want this, or a smoked salmon sandwich for dinner tonight? This open-faced tomato and cheese sandwich sounds good too.

    Smoked salmon seems to fall into two categories. You either like it or you don’t.

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    RECIPE and INSTRUCTIONS for this open-faced bagel with cream cheese and salmon are at the bottom of this post.

    Recipe ingredients, smoked salmon, bagel, cream cheese and capers.

    Ingredients Needed For This Easy Recipe

    • Fresh Bagel – Any flavour will do. I love Everything Bagels.
    • Smoked Salmon Slices – I love the frozen variety. There are 10 little packages perfect for recipes just like this.
    • Cream Cheese – Plain is best.
    • Jarred Artichokes – Marinated artichokes are used in making the spread.
    • Capers – make the perfect topping for this dish.
    • Black Pepper – just a dusting is all you need.
    Artichoke cream cheese slathered on top of a toasted bagel.

    Making Deli Style Smoked Salmon Bagels Right At Home

    This salmon and cream cheese bagel happens to be one of our favourite brunch eats. No need to spend money at the deli.

    • Thaw the salmon slices (in the fridge).
    • Mix up the artichoke cream cheese spread.
    • Choose a bagel flavour.
    • Cut the bagel in ½ and toast.
    • Cover each half with cream cheese.
    • Top with 2-3 slices of salmon.
    • Garnish is capers.
    • Top with a hit of freshly ground black pepper.
    • EAT!
    Slices of smoked on a toasted bagel.

    Substitutions

    • Bagel Variety – I love Everything bagels, but Pumpernickle, Seasame Seed, Plain, or Poppyseed would all be great. Toasting is our preference, but again you don’t have to.
    • Frozen Smoked Salmon – Easily found in the grocery freezer section. Fresh will work as well.
    • Cream Cheese – I like to use plain for this recipe. You can also use flavoured if you like. Both block and whipped work in this recipe.
    • Artichokes – Marinated artichokes add a nice flavour to this cream cheese spread. Plain canned will also work.
    • Capers – Add a nice topping. You can also use fresh dill.
    Open faced bagel sandwich with slices of salmon, topped with capers.

    FAQ

    How long does smoked salmon last in the fridge after you thaw it?

    It will last for about 3 days kept wrapped in the fridge.

    Can you eat smoked salmon without cooking it?

    Yes, it can be eaten hot or cold right from the package.

    Is there a difference between Lox and Smoked Salmon?

    Here is a great article explaining all the differences. The quick answer is smoked salmon is cured and then smoked at a low temperature, whereas lox is only cured in a salt brine but not smoked.

    More Inspiration

    There are so many great ways to enjoy this culinary delight. Here are a few to try:

    • Potato Appetizers are perfect. Just in time for the holiday parties.
    • Cucumber Appetizers are similar taste to cucumber sandwiches, minus the bread.
    • Egg In A Hole is a fun breakfast idea.
    • Smoked Salmon Plate is an easy to make dinner. A Jamie Oliver recipe.
    • Warm Potato Salad is always a hit at parties.
    • Cucumber Salad With Smoked Salmon is an elegant start to any meal.
    Deli-style smoked salmon with cream cheese bagel.

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    Smoked salmon and cream cheese on a bagel.

    Smoked Salmon Bagel with Cream Cheese

    Deli style Smoked Salmon Bagel with artichoke cream cheese spread is great for breakfast, lunch or dinner.
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    Course: Breakfast/Brunch, Easy Recipe
    Cuisine: Canadian
    Keyword: smoked salmon recipes
    Prep Time: 10 minutes minutes
    Total Time: 10 minutes minutes
    Servings: 2
    Calories: 263kcal
    Author: Gloria Duggan | Homemade & Yummy

    Ingredients

    • 1 Bagel (or your choice of flavour)
    • 4 tablespoons cream cheese
    • 2.5 ounces smoked salmon (thawed)
    • 2.5 ounces marinated artichoke hearts (drained and chopped)
    • 1 teaspoons capers (optional)
    • freshly ground black pepper for garnish (optional)
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    Instructions

    • Thaw the smoked salmon in the fridge.
    • Chop artichokes and mix into the cream cheese. Set aside.
    • Cut bagel in half and toast.
    • Place ½ of the cream cheese on each of the bagel halves.
    • Layer slices of smoked salmon on top of the cream cheese.
    • Garnish with capers and freshly ground black pepper.

    Nutrition Information

    Calories: 263kcal | Carbohydrates: 33g | Protein: 18g | Fat: 6g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 12mg | Sodium: 973mg | Potassium: 216mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 2g | Vitamin A: 406IU | Vitamin C: 7mg | Calcium: 147mg | Iron: 1mg

    Notes

    Feel free to use your favourite variety of bagel and your choice of cream cheese. There are LOTS of ways to make this classic deli food.
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    Comments

    1. Ramona

      November 21, 2021 at 4:13 pm

      I love having my bagels in the morning with smoked salmon and cream cheese, it is simply the best! I can’t wait to make it again, Thank you for sharing this recipe!

      Reply
      • Gloria Duggan | Homemade & Yummy

        November 23, 2021 at 9:08 am

        You are welcome. ENJOY!

    2. Lori | The Kitchen Whisperer

      November 21, 2021 at 3:15 pm

      What a perfect anytime meal! I’m hosting a holiday brunch and these will be perfect on the menu! They look absolutely amazing! Thank you so much for sharing!

      Reply
      • Gloria Duggan | Homemade & Yummy

        November 23, 2021 at 9:09 am

        We love serving smoked salmon during the holidays too.

    3. Brianna

      November 20, 2021 at 10:41 pm

      Even better than my favorite bagel place. Love the artichokes and capers.

      Reply
      • Gloria Duggan | Homemade & Yummy

        November 21, 2021 at 9:54 am

        So glad you enjoyed this smoked salmon and bagel recipe. We love the capers too.

    4. Mikayla

      November 20, 2021 at 3:07 pm

      Make up a dozen or so to share for a brunch or holiday gathering, your guests will not complain!

      Reply
      • Gloria Duggan | Homemade & Yummy

        November 21, 2021 at 9:54 am

        Totally agree, there will be no complaints at all. ENJOY!

    5. Healing Tomato

      November 19, 2021 at 6:55 pm

      Smoked salmon just makes bagels taste 100 times better. I love the simplicity of your recipe, yet, it looks so elegant. They are so perfect for Sunday Brunches.

      Reply
      • Gloria Duggan | Homemade & Yummy

        November 21, 2021 at 9:55 am

        They certainly are great for brunch, dinner or any time of the day!

    6. Gail Montero

      November 12, 2021 at 6:06 pm

      I love smoked salmon so this delicious bagel sandwich is right up my alley! My family would love this, too!

      Reply
      • Gloria Duggan | Homemade & Yummy

        November 13, 2021 at 9:57 am

        We love smoked salmon and cream cheese on a bagel any time of the day.

    7. Melanie

      November 12, 2021 at 9:09 am

      Huge lover of smoke salmon over here! I love the addition of capers to this bagel! Yum!

      Reply
      • Gloria Duggan | Homemade & Yummy

        November 13, 2021 at 9:58 am

        This smoked salmon bagel is a winner in our house for sure.

    8. Jen Vinuya

      November 12, 2021 at 6:44 am

      This is really good! My family really loved it.

      Reply
      • Gloria Duggan | Homemade & Yummy

        November 12, 2021 at 8:40 am

        We all need some quick and easy meals that can be enjoyed any time of the day.

    9. Natalie

      November 11, 2021 at 12:11 pm

      That was perfect lunch. SO delicious and easy to make. Quite nutritious too. Kept me full till dinner. Thanks!

      Reply
      • Gloria Duggan | Homemade & Yummy

        November 11, 2021 at 4:01 pm

        We enjoy this bagel with smoked salmon any time of day too. So glad you enjoyed the recipe.

    10. Toni

      November 11, 2021 at 8:31 am

      I loved it!! Everyone at my house enjoyed this salmon recipe!

      Reply
      • Gloria Duggan | Homemade & Yummy

        November 11, 2021 at 8:32 am

        So glad you enjoyed this deli-style bagel with smoked salmon.

    11. Allyssa

      November 11, 2021 at 4:57 am

      Thank you so much for sharing this amazing smoked salmon bagel recipe! Will surely have this again! It’s really easy to make and it tasted so delicious! Highly recommended!

      Reply
      • Gloria Duggan | Homemade & Yummy

        November 11, 2021 at 8:32 am

        Such an easy meal to make. Smoked salmon and cream cheese is a perfect match.

    12. Bernice

      November 10, 2021 at 12:14 pm

      I grew up with smoked fish so you would think I’d love Smoked Salmon. It has a bit of a different texture though so it took me a while to love it too. It’s best served as you have done so here, on a bagel with cream cheese and capers. Love the addition of artichokes too, Lunch is served!

      Reply
      • Gloria Duggan | Homemade & Yummy

        November 11, 2021 at 8:33 am

        I am glad I gave smoked salmon another chance too.

    13. Jennifer

      November 10, 2021 at 11:17 am

      OMG this is such a great treat for me! I love the smoked salmon over lox any day!

      Reply
      • Gloria Duggan | Homemade & Yummy

        November 11, 2021 at 8:33 am

        This is a winner combination for sure. ENJOY!

    14. Rob

      November 10, 2021 at 10:05 am

      Just like (or actually even better) than going to the local bagel shop! And helpful explanation of the difference between lox and smoked salmon.

      Reply
      • Gloria Duggan | Homemade & Yummy

        November 11, 2021 at 8:34 am

        You are very welcome. No need to go to the deli when you can make this smoked salmon bagel right at home.

    15. Colleen

      November 09, 2021 at 6:54 pm

      This is one of our favourite sandwiches. Always a go to dinner for lazy Saturday nights. I love the artichoke addition!

      Reply
      • Gloria Duggan | Homemade & Yummy

        November 10, 2021 at 8:52 am

        Super easy deli-style bagel made at home is so delicious.

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