Galentines Brunch Board Bagels (Print Version)

A colorful brunch spread with assorted bagels, smoked salmon, fresh berries, and savory accouterments.

# What You'll Need:

→ Bagels & Breads

01 - 6 assorted bagels (plain, sesame, everything), sliced
02 - 1 small baguette, sliced (optional)

→ Fish & Proteins

03 - 10 oz sliced smoked salmon (lox)
04 - 6 hard-boiled eggs, peeled and halved

→ Cheeses & Spreads

05 - 8 oz plain cream cheese, softened
06 - 4 oz herbed cream cheese
07 - 2 oz whipped goat cheese (optional)

→ Fresh Produce

08 - 1 cup strawberries, halved
09 - 1 cup raspberries
10 - 1 cup blueberries
11 - 1 cup blackberries
12 - 1 large cucumber, thinly sliced
13 - 1 small red onion, thinly sliced
14 - 1 small bunch fresh dill
15 - 1 lemon, cut into wedges
16 - 1 avocado, sliced (optional)
17 - 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved

→ Garnishes & Toppings

18 - 1/4 cup capers, drained
19 - 1/2 cup pickled red onions
20 - 1/4 cup sliced radishes
21 - 2 tablespoons fresh chives, finely chopped
22 - Freshly ground black pepper to taste

# Cooking Steps:

01 - Arrange bagel and baguette slices around the edges of a large serving board or platter, creating a decorative border.
02 - Place bowls of plain cream cheese, herbed cream cheese, and goat cheese at different strategic points on the board.
03 - Artfully fold and arrange the lox in sections alongside the bagels for visual appeal and easy access.
04 - Arrange hard-boiled egg halves in a fanned pattern for elegant presentation and convenient grabbing.
05 - Scatter strawberries, raspberries, blueberries, and blackberries in clusters throughout the board to create vibrant color accents.
06 - Organize cucumber slices, avocado, cherry tomatoes, and sliced red onion in separate designated sections.
07 - Fill empty spaces with radishes, pickled onions, capers, and lemon wedges to complete the composition.
08 - Sprinkle fresh dill, chopped chives, and freshly ground black pepper over the entire board for herbaceous finish.
09 - Present immediately with small plates, spreaders, and napkins for guest convenience.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • Zero cooking required, maximum impact and flexibility for last-minute entertaining.
  • Everyone builds their own combination, so picky eaters and adventurous guests all find something to love.
  • The berries against the smoked fish create this unexpected sweet-salty magic that makes people pause mid-bite.
  • It looks like you spent hours in the kitchen when you really just did some thoughtful arranging.
02 -
  • Prep everything but don't arrange the board more than 30 minutes before serving, or the berries will start releasing juice and making things soggy.
  • The real magic happens when you let people build their own combinations, so resist the urge to make perfect little sandwiches for them and just present the pieces.
03 -
  • If you're serving this board for a smaller group or a longer gathering, assemble it in stages so nothing gets tired or dries out.
  • The pickled red onions are the underrated MVP that add brightness and cut through richness, so make a bigger batch than you think you'll need.
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