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Bagel sandwich with smoked ham, cream cheese, and cucumber slices
Smoked ham and cream cheese bagel

Smoked Ham and Cream Cheese Bagel Sandwich

Author: Flavelo
Recipes Quick Meals
Inspired by classic New York deli sandwiches. The salty, bold flavor of smoked meat (ham or pastrami) is balanced by the freshness of cucumber and the smoothness of cream cheese. It's not just a sandwich, it's a complete texture experience: salty, smoky, creamy, and crunchy all at once.
🕒 Prep Time 10 mins
🍳 Cook Time 5 mins
⌛ Total Time 15 mins
🍽️ Servings 4 servings
🔥 Calories 420 kcal
🌍 Cuisine International

Ingredients

Equipment Needed

  • Toaster
  • Knife

Allergen Information

⚠️ Wheat
⚠️ Milk

Instructions

1 ✓

Toast the halved bagels.

Tip: Warming brings back the bread's freshness.
2 ✓

Mix the cream cheese with salt, pepper, and chopped parsley.

Tip: Creates a seasoned base for the meat.
3 ✓

Spread the cream on the bottom bagel half.

Tip: This acts as 'glue' to hold the toppings.
4 ✓

Slice the cucumber into thin rounds or ribbons using a peeler.

Tip: Thin slices fit better in the sandwich.
5 ✓

Pile on the meat (ruffled slightly) and cucumber.

Tip: Layering creates lightness.
6 ✓

Top and serve.

Tip: Eat immediately before the cucumber wets the bread.

Recipe FAQ

What meat should I choose?
Any cooked smoked meat works, but thinly sliced Black Forest ham or Prague ham is best.
The meat slides out when biting.
Don't lay it flat; 'ruffle' or fold the slices to create friction and air pockets for easier biting.

Ingredients

  • 4 whole Bagels
  • 5 oz Smoked Ham (thinly sliced) or Pastrami
  • 5 oz Plain Cream Cheese
  • 1 whole Cucumber (English/Hothouse)
  • 1 tbsp Fresh Parsley
  • 0.5 tsp Salt
  • 0.5 tsp Ground Black Pepper