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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
Lox and Cream Cheese Bagel
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Ingredients

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Instructions

  1. Step 1

    Slice the 1 bagel in half horizontally and toast until golden and crisp, about 3-4 minutes.

  2. 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.

  3. Step 3

    Spread the cream cheese mixture evenly over both toasted bagel halves.

  4. Step 4

    Layer the 2 oz lox over the cream cheese, folding it to cover the surface.

  5. 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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