Mother's Day Smoked Salmon Board (Printable)

Vibrant brunch board with smoked salmon, toasted bagels, creamy spreads and fresh toppings ready for sharing.

# What you'll need:

→ Proteins & Breads

01 - 12 oz (340 g) smoked salmon, thinly sliced
02 - 6 fresh bagels (plain, everything, or sesame), sliced in half

→ Dairy & Spreads

03 - 8 oz (225 g) cream cheese, softened
04 - ½ cup (120 ml) whipped chive cream cheese
05 - ½ cup (120 ml) plain Greek yogurt

→ Vegetables & Fruit

06 - 1 cucumber, thinly sliced
07 - 1 cup (150 g) cherry tomatoes, halved
08 - ½ small red onion, thinly sliced
09 - ½ cup (50 g) radishes, thinly sliced
10 - 1 ripe avocado, sliced
11 - ¼ cup (10 g) fresh dill sprigs
12 - 2 Tbsp capers, drained
13 - ½ lemon, cut into wedges

→ Optional Additions

14 - 2 hard-boiled eggs, sliced
15 - ¼ cup pickled red onions
16 - Fresh parsley or microgreens

# Preparation steps:

01 - Toast the bagel halves until golden if desired, and arrange them on a large serving board or platter.
02 - Transfer cream cheese, chive cream cheese, and Greek yogurt to small bowls or ramekins. Place them around the board.
03 - Neatly arrange smoked salmon slices in folds or rosettes.
04 - Arrange cucumbers, cherry tomatoes, red onions, radishes, and avocado slices in colorful groups across the board.
05 - Scatter capers and fresh dill over the salmon and veggies. Add lemon wedges for squeezing.
06 - Include any optional additions like hard-boiled eggs, pickled onions, microgreens, or parsley for extra variety and color.
07 - Serve immediately and let guests assemble their own perfect bagels.

# Expert advice:

01 -
  • This board is a gorgeous edible centerpiece that makes any gathering feel special with basically zero stress.
  • You can personalize every bite and never get bored—thanks to the endless topping combos.
02 -
  • Letting the cream cheese warm up before serving saves you from torn bagels—cold cream cheese is a recipe for frustration.
  • I learned that prepping and slicing all toppings just moments before assembling keeps everything perky and inviting instead of limp.
03 -
  • If you store the salmon between parchment, it’s much easier to unfurl without breakage or wasted time.
  • Use a mandoline (carefully) for ultra-thin veggies—guests always notice the professional touch.
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