Smoked Salmon Bagel Board

Smoked Salmon Bagel Board

Put together a colorful Bagel Board with smoked salmon (lox), veggies, cream cheese, capers, pickled onions, fresh herbs and colorful garnishes. No cooking needed—prep ahead and assemble in minutes for an easy, impressive brunch. Perfect for holidays, showers, or hosting guests.

Course Breakfast, Brunch

Cuisine American

Diet Vegetarian

Recipe Type Baby Shower, Breakfast Sandwiches & Wraps, Bridal Shower, Christmas, Easter, Eggs, Fall, No-Cook, Salmon, Seafood, Served Cold, Summer, Thanksgiving

Skill Level Easy

Prep Time 20

Total Time 20

Servings

Calories 588kcal

Author Angela G.

Equipment

Ingredients

6 assorted savory bagels sliced in half
6 oz plain cream cheese softened or whipped
6 oz whipped chive cream cheese
12 oz smoked salmon
1 large tomato sliced
1 English cucumber thinly sliced
1 lemon sliced or wedged
3 hard-boiled eggs (optional) peeled and halved

Garnish

½ cup pickled red onion
2 oz capers larger caper berries can also be added for variety
3 fresh dill
¼ cup chives finely chopped
2 tablespoon Everything Bagel seasoning

Instructions

Arrange bagels on a large serving board or platter. (Toast in advance or offer a toaster for guests to use.)
Spoon cream cheese spreads into small bowls and place them on the board.
Add smoked salmon to the board, arranging it in loose ribbons or delicate folds.
Add slices of tomato, cucumber, and lemon.
Add halved hard-boiled eggs. (optional)
Garnish board with pickled red onions, capers, dill sprigs, chopped chives, and a sprinkle of everything bagel seasoning. (Everything bagel seasoning can also be offering in a small dish to spoon on top)

Notes

Tips for the Best Looking Bagel Board

Place bagels and small bowls first, then build around them for balance.
Layer and fold the salmon for visual texture.
Arrange ingredients in clusters instead of straight lines for a full, inviting look.
Add pops of color with herbs, citrus slices, or veggies.
Fill any gaps to make the board feel abundant. If you spot an empty space, tuck in a garnish to complete the look.
Keep cold items chilled until just before serving.
Let guests serve themselves easily with small spoons, knives, or tongs.
Finish with a light garnish of herbs, chives, or everything seasoning for that polished touch. If you aren't sure how to do this, just copy the look in my photos!

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