Silky smoked salmon, toasted bagels, creamy spreads and vibrant toppings arranged for a shareable Mother's Day brunch board.
# What You Need:
→ Proteins & Breads
01 - 12 ounces smoked salmon, thinly sliced
02 - 6 bagels (plain, everything, or sesame), halved
→ Dairy & Spreads
03 - 8 ounces cream cheese, softened
04 - 1/2 cup whipped chive cream cheese
05 - 1/2 cup plain Greek yogurt
→ Vegetables & Fruit
06 - 1 medium cucumber, thinly sliced
07 - 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
08 - 1/2 small red onion, thinly sliced
09 - 1/2 cup radishes, thinly sliced
10 - 1 ripe avocado, sliced
11 - 1/4 cup fresh dill sprigs
12 - 1/2 lemon, cut into wedges
13 - 2 tablespoons capers, drained
→ Optional Additions
14 - 2 hard-boiled eggs, sliced
15 - 1/4 cup pickled red onions
16 - Fresh parsley or microgreens for garnish
# How-To Steps:
01 - Select a large serving board or platter and arrange bowls or ramekins for the spreads; set out a sharp knife and cutting board.
02 - Toast the bagel halves until golden to add texture, then place them in a single layer on the board or on a separate plate for self-assembly.
03 - Spoon the cream cheese, whipped chive cream cheese, and plain Greek yogurt into the prepared bowls and position them evenly around the board for easy access.
04 - Neatly fold or roll the smoked salmon slices into loose rosettes or folds and cluster them on the board so they remain silkily presented.
05 - Group cucumber slices, halved cherry tomatoes, red onion, radishes, and avocado slices into colorful clusters across the board to create visual contrast and easy selection.
06 - Scatter capers and fresh dill over the salmon and vegetables, tuck lemon wedges onto the board, and add optional items such as sliced eggs, pickled onions, or microgreens for variety.
07 - Present the board immediately and invite guests to build their own bagels, combining desired spreads, salmon, and toppings; provide plates and napkins for convenience.
