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Avocado And Salmon Bagels
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A new twist to bagels and lox. Warm bagels are topped with an avocado spread, rocket or mixed salad greens, cucumber, smoked salmon, and capers.
serves/makes:
ready in:
under 30 minutes
under 30 minutes
2 reviews
ingredients
4 bagels, unsliced
2 small avocados
1 tablespoon lime juice
freshly ground black pepper, to taste
1 tablespoon chopped fresh dill
fresh rocket or mixed lettuce
1 seedless cucumber, finely sliced
8 slices smoked salmon
1 tablespoon capers
extra fresh dill for garnish
directions
Preheat the oven to 375 degrees F.
Place the whole bagels in the oven (on the rack directly or place on a baking sheet) and heat at 375 degrees F for 4-5 minutes or until hot. Remove the bagels from the oven and when cool enough to handle, slice them in half with a serrated bread knife.
Slice the avocados in half and remove the pits. Scoop the avocado flesh into a bowl. Add the lime juice, black pepper, and dill. Mash well with a fork.
Spread the cut sides of the bagel halves with the avocado spread. Top each with a couple of rocket leaves and cucumber slices. Divide the smoked salmon between the bagels. Garnish with the capers and extra dill, if desired.
Serve the avocado and salmon bagels immediately.
recipe tips
Choose ripe avocados for a smooth and flavorful spread.
Adjust the amount of lime juice and black pepper to taste.
Try different types of bagels, such as whole wheat or everything bagels.
Try adding a drizzle of honey or a sprinkle of sesame seeds for added flavor and crunch.
common recipe questions
I can't find whole bagels, can I used sliced?
Yes, you can use sliced bagels. We'd recommend keeping the halves together when heating them as the idea is to warm the bagels, not toast them, and this will help keep the cut-sides of the bagels from getting dried out.
Can I toast the bagels instead of heating them in the oven?
If you'd prefer a crunchier bagel you certainly can toast them instead of heating them (they are delicious both ways!)
How can I prevent the avocado spread from browning?
To prevent the avocados from browning, make sure to mix it with lime juice and other ingredients immediately after slicing them. The lime juice helps slow down the oxidation process.
How should I store leftover avocado and salmon bagels?
If you have leftovers, store the components separately in airtight containers in the refrigerator. Assemble the sandwich just before serving.
Can I use a different type of smoked fish instead of salmon?
You can experiment with different types of smoked fish like trout or mackerel to vary the flavor of the bagel sandwich.
Can I prepare the avocado spread in advance?
While the avocado spread is best made fresh, you can prepare it up to a day in advance. Press plastic wrap directly onto the surface to prevent browning.
tools needed
Toaster Oven or Regular Oven: Needed to heat up the bagels until warm before assembling the avocado and salmon bagels. Who wants cold, hard bagels, right?
Baking Sheet (optional): If warming the bagels in a regular oven, a baking sheet may be used to place the bagels on for even heating. Plus, it makes cleanup easier.
Serrated Bread Knife: For slicing the bagels in half without squishing them. Let's keep those bagels looking pristine.
Mixing Bowl: Required for mashing and mixing the avocados.
Fork: Perfect for mashing up the avocado with the other ingredients to achieve a smooth and spreadable consistency. Mash away!
Knife: For slicing the cucumber and extra fresh dill for garnish. Who knew you needed a knife in the kitchen, right?
Small Spoon: Ideal for scooping out the avocado flesh to avoid any avocado-related accidents. Keep it clean and efficient, folks.
nutrition data
Nutritional data has not been calculated yet.
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reviews & comments
February 18, 2015
These were a nice change of pace for breakfast. Super easy to make, and they just seemed healthier than regular bagels with cream cheese--even though I know that avocados are sort of fattening too.
September 18, 2013
I can't even begin to tell you how much I loved this recipe! I grew up with the old bagels and lox with cream cheese. Sub in an avocado spread for the cream cheese, some veggies, and WOW! This makes a great sandwich for breakfast or anytime.