Description
This Smoked Salmon Avocado Bagel is a delicious and satisfying breakfast or brunch option combining creamy mashed avocado, crispy toasted bagel, fresh vegetables, smoky salmon, and a perfectly cooked egg. The drizzle of hot honey adds a sweet and spicy kick, while fresh dill enhances the herbal aroma, making it a well-balanced, flavorful dish.
Ingredients
Scale
Bagel & Spread
- 1/2 everything bagel, or bagel of choice
- 1/2 small avocado (about 1–1/2 ounces)
- Kosher salt, to taste
- Freshly ground black pepper, to taste
Vegetables & Greens
- 1/2 Persian cucumber, thinly sliced
- 1 radish, thinly sliced
- Baby arugula, a handful
Protein & Toppings
- 4 ounces smoked salmon, hot or cold smoked, skin removed
- 1 egg, poached or fried
- 1 drizzle hot honey
- Fresh dill, chopped, for serving (optional)
Instructions
- Toast the bagel: Begin by toasting your preferred half of an everything bagel until golden and crisp. This adds crunch and warmth to the base of your bagel sandwich.
- Prepare the avocado spread: While the bagel is toasting, scoop out approximately 1-1/2 ounces of avocado and mash it with a fork in a small bowl. Season the mashed avocado with kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper to enhance its creamy flavor.
- Assemble the vegetables: Spread the seasoned mashed avocado evenly over the toasted bagel half. Layer a handful of fresh baby arugula on top, followed by thinly sliced Persian cucumber and radish slices for crunch and freshness.
- Add smoked salmon: Place 4 ounces of smoked salmon, hot or cold smoked with the skin removed, on top of the vegetable layers, distributing it evenly to cover the bagel.
- Cook and add the egg: Quickly poach or fry an egg to your preference, ensuring the whites are set and yolk remains runny for richness. Place the cooked egg on top of the salmon layer, then lightly season with salt and freshly ground black pepper.
- Finish with honey and herbs: Drizzle hot honey over the assembled bagel to introduce a sweet and spicy kick. Optionally, sprinkle chopped fresh dill on top to enhance the herbal aroma and visual appeal. Serve immediately.
Notes
- You can use any bagel variety you prefer; an everything bagel adds extra flavor.
- Adjust the amount of hot honey based on your preferred spice level.
- For easier peeling, remove the skin from the smoked salmon before assembling.
- If preferred, substitute the poached egg with a scrambled or soft-boiled egg.
- Fresh dill is optional but adds a lovely herbal note and garnish touch.
Keywords: smoked salmon bagel, avocado bagel, breakfast bagel, poached egg bagel, hot honey, healthy breakfast