Smoked Salmon Lox Recipe

Brunch Entrees

1. 1

   Make herb cream cheese

   In a small bowl, mix the softened cream cheese with 2 tablespoons of chopped fresh dill (and optional chopped chives if desired) until evenly distributed. Set aside for assembly.

2. 2

   Prepare lemon for grilling

   Slice the lemon in half. Brush the cut sides with a little olive oil and set aside for grilling to release a bright, caramelized citrus aroma.

3. 3

   Toast bagel slices

   Toast the bagel slices until lightly golden and crisp. If using crostini, brush each side with olive oil and toast briefly to crispiness.

4. 4

   Assemble lox on bagels

   Spread a generous layer of herb cream cheese on each bagel half. Top evenly with smoked salmon slices.

5. 5

   Add tomato and capers

   Top each salmon layer with tomato slices. Spoon capers over the tomatoes and garnish with additional dill for fragrance.

6. 6

   Grill lemon and finish lox

   Grill the lemon halves briefly until charred and fragrant. Squeeze a little grilled lemon juice over the salmon just before serving, and drizzle with a touch of olive oil if desired.

7. 7

   Prepare Caesar side salad

   Wash and chop romaine lettuce. In a large bowl, toss romaine with Caesar dressing, croutons, and shaved parmesan until evenly coated.

8. 8

   Plate and garnish

   Arrange the smoked salmon on the bagel halves, with a side of Caesar salad. Garnish plates with extra dill and lemon wedges for a bright finish.