- Can I use cooked salmon?
- Yes, but it changes the dish entirely. Smoked salmon provides a salty, cured intensity. If using cooked salmon, season bolder.
- What bun works best?
- A denser seeded bun or rye roll works better with fish than sweet brioche.
Smoked Salmon Bagel Burger
This isn't a burger in the classic sense—no fried patty here. It's a meeting of Scandinavian sandwiches and bagel culture in a burger format. The richness of cold smoked salmon, creamy cheese, and fresh dill creates a light yet filling dish, preserving the delicate omega-3s by skipping the heat.
Ingredients
10
oz
Smoked Salmon (sliced)
5
oz
Cream Cheese
1
bunch
Fresh Dill
2
oz
Arugula
1
pc
Cucumber (English)
1
pc
Red Onion
1
tbsp
Lemon Juice
4
pcs
Seeded Buns
1
tbsp
Olive Oil
Shopping List (0)
Equipment Needed
- Toaster or skillet
- Small mixing bowl
- Knife
Allergen Information
Wheat
Milk
Fish
Instructions
1
✓
Chop the dill finely. Mix with cream cheese and lemon juice. Taste and add a pinch of salt if needed (remember salmon is salty!).
Tip: Lemon acid cuts through the fat of the cheese and fish.
2
✓
Halve buns, brush lightly with oil, and toast the cut sides.
Tip: Crunchy bread contrasts with the soft fish.
3
✓
Shave cucumber into ribbons or thin slices. Slice onion paper-thin.
Tip: Thick onions overpower delicate salmon.
4
✓
Assembly: Spread dill cream thickly on bottom bun. Pile salmon high, folding it loosely.
Tip: Folding creates air pockets for better texture.
5
✓
Top with cucumber, onion, and arugula. Close with top bun.
Tip: Peppery arugula matches the smoked fish perfectly.
Recipe FAQ
Ingredients
- 10 oz Smoked Salmon (sliced)
- 5 oz Cream Cheese
- 1 bunch Fresh Dill
- 2 oz Arugula
- 1 pc Cucumber (English)
- 1 pc Red Onion
- 1 tbsp Lemon Juice
- 4 pcs Seeded Buns
- 1 tbsp Olive Oil