Lox and Cream Cheese Bagel
A classic New York-style bagel topped with creamy cheese, silky lox, fresh greens, and dill. Quick to assemble and perfect for breakfast or brunch.
- Total time
- 10 min
- Servings
- 1
- Calories
- 420
- Protein
- 22g

Ingredients
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Step 1
Slice the 1 bagel in half horizontally and toast until golden and crisp, about 3-4 minutes.
Step 2
In a small bowl, mix the 2 tbsp cream cheese with the 1 tsp lemon juice and 0.25 tsp black pepper until smooth.
Step 3
Spread the cream cheese mixture evenly over both toasted bagel halves.
Step 4
Layer the 2 oz lox over the cream cheese, folding it to cover the surface.
Step 5
Top with the 1 handful baby spinach and sprinkle with the 1 tbsp fresh dill. Close the bagel and serve immediately.
Tools you’ll need
- toaster
- small bowl
- knife
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