Bagel Brunch Board with Smoked Salmon, Cream Cheese, and Fresh Vegetables Recipe
Create a vibrant and inviting bagel brunch board that’s perfect for sharing. This easy, no-cook recipe features a variety of bagels paired with plain and flavored cream cheeses, smoked salmon, boiled eggs, fresh veggies, and a sprinkle of everything bagel seasoning. Ideal for casual brunch gatherings or a light, colorful meal.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes (for boiling eggs, if not pre-cooked)
- Total Time: 20 minutes
- Yield: 6 servings
- Category: Brunch
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Bagels and Cream Cheese
- 6–9 assorted bagels, sliced in half
- 3.5 ounces (100 grams) plain cream cheese
- 3.5 ounces (100 grams) flavored cream cheese
Protein and Eggs
- 8 ounces (225 grams) smoked salmon
- 4–6 hard or soft-boiled eggs, cut in half
Vegetables and Garnishes
- 1–2 heritage tomatoes, sliced
- 2 mini cucumbers, sliced
- 1/2 red onion, thinly sliced
- Fresh dill or microgreens
- 1/3 cup cornichons
Seasoning
- 2 tablespoons everything bagel seasoning (optional)
Instructions
- Prepare Cream Cheese Bowls: Transfer plain and flavored cream cheeses into small bowls for easy spreading, then place them attractively on your serving board or platter.
- Arrange Smoked Salmon: Lay out the smoked salmon on a piece of parchment paper and position it on the board to keep it fresh and separate from other ingredients.
- Add Veggies and Garnishes: Neatly arrange sliced heritage tomatoes, cucumbers, thinly sliced red onions, and fresh dill or microgreens on the board, creating appealing pops of red and green colors throughout.
- Place Cornichons and Seasoning: Put the cornichons and everything bagel seasoning into small dishes and add them to the board, complementing the other flavors and textures.
- Fill Gaps with Eggs: Use the halved hard or soft-boiled eggs to fill any empty spaces on the board for a polished presentation.
- Arrange Bagels: Place the bagel halves either in a basket or arranged around the board, making them easy for guests to grab and pair with the toppings.
Notes
- Choose a variety of bagel flavors such as plain, sesame, poppy seed, or everything bagels to add diversity.
- Soft or hard-boiled eggs both work well; cook according to your preference.
- Use fresh, ripe heritage tomatoes for the best flavor and vibrant color.
- Everything bagel seasoning is optional but adds a flavorful crunch.
- To keep smoked salmon fresh, store it on parchment and keep the board chilled until serving.
- Consider adding lemon wedges or capers as additional garnish options.
