Description
A delicious and nutritious Hot Smoked Salmon Avocado Bagel combining creamy mashed avocado, fresh vegetables, smoked salmon, and a perfectly cooked egg, finished with a drizzle of sweet and spicy hot honey. Perfect for a wholesome breakfast or brunch with a delightful balance of flavors and textures.
Ingredients
Scale
Bagel and 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 and Greens
- 1/2 Persian cucumber, thinly sliced
- 1 radish, thinly sliced
- Baby arugula, a handful
Protein and 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. While the bagel is toasting, scoop out about 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 taste.
- Prepare the Base Layers: Spread the seasoned mashed avocado evenly over the toasted bagel half. Then, layer a handful of fresh baby arugula, followed by thinly sliced Persian cucumber and radish slices to add crunch and freshness.
- Add the Smoked Salmon: Place 4 ounces of hot smoked or cold smoked salmon, 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 using your preferred method until the whites are set but the yolk remains runny for added richness. Place the cooked egg on top of the salmon layer. Season the egg lightly with salt and freshly ground black pepper.
- Finish with Hot Honey and Dill: Drizzle a bit of hot honey over the assembled bagel to introduce a sweet and spicy kick. Optionally, sprinkle freshly chopped dill on top to enhance the herbal aroma and presentation. Your Hot Smoked Salmon Avocado Bagel is now ready to serve.
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 you prefer, 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, avocado bagel, breakfast, brunch, healthy, hot honey, poached egg, everything bagel, creamy avocado