Rise and shine to the most drool-worthy breakfast out there, this smoked salmon and egg breakfast. Smoked salmon breakfast is layered with healthy easy to find ingredients, and it comes together quickly for a brunch for two, or a crowd!
One of the absolute best pairings for a salmon breakfast recipe, is a juicy over-easy egg topped with a bite of brine from capers, a great crunch and strong flavor from red onions, and of course, a pop of freshness from cherry tomatoes to round it all out.
It's a beautiful masterpiece and a surefire way to impress your brunch guests (or just treat yourself, because let's face it, you deserve it).
So grab your coffee and get ready to dive into the wonderful world of smoked salmon breakfast recipes!
Another great seafood brunch that I love making are crab melts, especially when it's crabbing season!
But, we're never short on good salmon around here, if it's smoked salmon, I love adding what's left onto a seacuterie board.
For fresh salmon, pasta al salmone is a creamy dream, or this salmon pasta with no cream dish that's perfect for a light lunch or dinner on warmer days.
WHY THIS SALMON BRUNCH RECIPE WORKS
- There are a variety of layers of flavor, texture, and bite that stands out from other smoked salmon recipes!
- Not to mention it's easy on the eyes!
- It's easy to make, and the majority of the ingredients can be prepared in advance.
- It's the perfect recipe for a brunch, a date, or scale it for a large crowd!
- Packed with protein, from the eggs to the salmon!
- Healthy omega-3s.
RECIPE INGREDIENTS
- Smoked salmon. Buy good quality smoked salmon from a trusted source.
- Eggs. A key ingredient to get the best salmon breakfast recipe! I get mine from a local farm.
- Bagels. Is there anything better than bagels, eggs, and smoked salmon...? Choose your favorite and toast with butter.
- Butter. I opt for salted every time in recipes like this to add more flavor.
- Cherry tomatoes. Cut in half to add flavor, freshness, and color!
- Red onion. A little bit goes a long way to provide good strong flavor. Slice them very thin!
- Capers. They add the perfect amount brine to this recipe, and compliment the smoked salmon beautifully.
- Everything but the bagel seasoning. This is optional but it adds a touch of that quintessential touch of breakfast. I get mine from Trader Joe's.
HOW TO MAKE THIS SMOKED SALMON BREAKFAST
This is the fun part before you dive into the first divine bite! This open-faced-sandwich is easy to put together with just a few simple steps and even more simple ingredients.
- To make this delicious and healthy smoked salmon breakfast, start by adding salted butter to the bagels and toasting until they are lightly browned. Watch them closely. Use an air fryer, pan, or the broil setting in an oven to toast them.
- While the bagels are toasting, cook an egg to your liking. I prefer a runny egg to add more dimension, but if you prefer it fully cooked, then that works as well.
- Once the egg is done, place it on top of the toast.
- Next, add a generous amount of smoked salmon on top of the egg.
- Top it with a sprinkle of Everything but the bagel seasoning, or your preferred seasoning.
- Then, add a few slices of red onion, a little bit of capers, and fresh tomatoes to your liking.
- Serve hot and enjoy your mouthwatering salmon breakfast!
VARIATIONS AND SUBSTITUTIONS
- Add Herbs. You can also add some fresh herbs like dill, parsley or chives for extra flavor.
- Try a different bread, like English muffins, sourdough, baguette, or even ciabatta.
- Add sliced avocado for a creamy twist.
- Add cream cheese if you want it even creamier.
- Choose lox instead of smoked salmon if that's what you have on hand or prefer.
EXPERT TIPS
- Keep the eggs a little runny. A sunny side up is perfect for this recipe.
- Toast the bagels until lightly browned. Watch them closely towards the end. You want them to stay chewy and not over-crisp.
- Don't forget the capers! Oh yes, the capers are an absolute must in this smoked salmon breakfast recipe for a good bite of brine.
- Load up this open-faced sandwich with a good helping of smoked salmon. The more, the better so don't be afraid to pack it on!
SERVING TIPS
There's a wide variety of sides to this juicy salmon breakfast to choose from. This is a easy breakfast to pair with fresh fruit, veggies, or roasted to bulk up the meal!
Here are some of my favorite sides to pair alongside this recipe:
- Roasted potatoes
- Pickled beet salad
- Fresh fruit
- Cherry tomatoes
- Roasted root vegetables
- Seacuterie (seafood charcuterie)
STORAGE TIPS
In the fridge: If you end up with leftovers, store each item separately in an airtight container, in order to keep them fresh.
Smoked salmon can be frozen if you end up with a lot of leftovers!
To reheat: When you're ready to enjoy the egg and salmon on toast again, re-assemble and heat in the oven, microwave or air fryer on low until warmed through.
Watch it closely to not overheat and end up on the dryer side. Add your fresh toppings after heating; red onion, capers, and cherry tomatoes.
HOW TO PREP AHEAD
The majority of this smoked salmon breakfast recipe can be prepared in advance and assembled as soon as you're ready to eat.
Here's how to prep ahead:
- Cut the cherry tomatoes.
- Slice the red onions.
- Shredded the smoked salmon.
- Toast the bread.
- I don't recommend making the eggs in advance. Reheating them can cause them to cook further and not taste as fresh.
FAQ
Preferably, cook the egg on a cast iron or other skillet on low heat, sunny side up until it's cooked enough, but remains over-easy. But, a perfect egg is different to everyone, and it completely depends on your preference. Cook the egg longer if you prefer. The dish will still be delicious!
Smoked salmon usually lasts for 3-4 days in the fridge if stored properly in an airtight container. If it looks or smells fishy or foul, it's best to err on the side of caution and throw it out.
Certainly! If you have extras that you won't consume in time, then freeze it. Simply put it in an airtight container or bag and freeze. Thaw when you're ready to enjoy it again and it's good as new! I purchase my smoked salmon frozen, so it's completely fine to do!
Absolutely! Though the actual recipe calls for bagels, you can have the choice of choosing a bread that you enjoy or go without the toast. Simply serve the eggs on your plate, then top with smoked salmon and the rest of the toppings. The flavor will still be out of this world!
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Smoked Salmon and Egg Breakfast Toast
Equipment
- 1 skillet
Ingredients
- 2 whole bagels separated
- 2 tablespoon salted butter
- 4 eggs
- 3 oz cream cheese
- 6 oz smoked salmon or lox
- ¼ cup capers
- ¼ cup red onion thinly sliced
- ½ cup cherry tomatoes cut in half
- sprinkle of everything but the bagel seasoning optional
- salt to taste
Instructions
- To make this delicious smoked salmon breakfast, add butter to the bagels and toast until lightly browned.
- While the bread is toasting, cook an egg to your liking, adding a sprinkle of salt. I prefer a runny egg to add more flavor and texture, but if you prefer it fully cooked, that also works.
- Spread your desired amount of cream cheese on top of each bagel slice. The more the merrier! Once the egg is cooked, place it on top of the cream cheese.
- Next, add a generous amount of smoked salmon on top of the egg.
- Top it with a sprinkle of Everything but the bagel seasoning, or your preferred seasoning.
- Then, add a few slices of red onion, capers, and fresh cherry tomatoes to your liking.
- Serve hot and enjoy your mouthwatering salmon breakfast!
Notes
- In the fridge: If you end up with leftovers, store each item separately in an airtight container in order to keep them fresh.
- To reheat: When you're ready to enjoy the egg and salmon on toast again, re-assemble and heat in the oven, microwave, or air fryer on low until warmed through.
- Keep the eggs a little runny. A sunny-side-up is perfect for this recipe.
- Toast the bagels until lightly browned.
- Don't forget the capers!
- Load up this open-faced sandwich with a good helping of smoked salmon.
- Add Herbs. You can also add some fresh herbs like dill, parsley or chives for extra flavor.
- Try a different bread, like English muffins, sourdough, baguette, or even ciabatta.
- Add sliced avocado for a creamy twist.
- Add cream cheese if you want it even creamier.
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JOELLE COLLINS
This was SO delicious. The capers added that punch of flavor. We will definitely be adding this to our breakfast menu!!
Suzy Sakamoto
I'm happy to hear you guys loved it!