Salmon and Cucumber Bagels

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I have to admit that I am actually not a huge lover of bagels. Don't hate me! When I do have them though, I want them loaded up.

Salmon and cream cheese are a classic flavor pairing on bagels, and I like to jazz it up with crunchy cucumber, briny capers, herbaceous dill, and bright lemon juice.  I know it sounds like a lot, but it all works I promise. Don't skimp on the capers! They add a nice salty bite. These easy bagels are perfect for breakfast, but could also be for any time of day!

I mean...how many pictures of bagels can someone take?? When the lighting is good I can't help myself.

Here's a tip: Set the cream cheese out for at least 10 minutes so that it's softer when spreading it onto the bagel.

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Salmon and Cucumber Bagels

Author:

Maria Provenzano

This recipe is for two bagels cut in half. The ingredients don't have to be the exact amount. Add as much as you like!

Ingredients

• 2 bagels cut in half; toasted if preferred, but not needed

• salmon; lox, smoked, or thinly sliced any way you like it

• cream cheese; about 4-6 tablespoons depending on how much you like

• Cucumber; about 20 thin slices

• capers; 4-6 tablespoons

• 1 lemon

Instructions

1. *Spread the cream cheese over each half of the bagel

2. *Pile high with as much salmon as you like

3. *Top the salmon with the thinly sliced cucumbers

4. *Sprinkle over as many capers as you like

5. *Squeeze fresh lemon juice over each bagel

6. *Adjust seasonings as needed!