Dill-icious Bagel Recipe

By kayjayjohnson

Ingredients

• 1 Dempster’s plain bagel
• 1/2 English cucumber or 1 field cucumber
• 1/4 teaspoon salt
• 8 ounces crème cheese
• 2 tablespoons fresh dill, stems removed, minced + extra for garnish
• Zest of 1 orange
• 1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper

Details

Adapted from simplystacie.net

Preparation

Step 1

1. Peel and cut cuke into super-thin slices. Transfer to a small bowl and sprinkle with salt. Toss continuously for 1 minute or until slices start to release water (the brine). Let sit for a minimum of 5 minutes, then serve immediately or refrigerate.

2. In a medium bowl, use a fork to blend crème cheese, dill, zest and pepper. Reserve.

3. To serve: Toast, and if you choose, lightly butter bagel. Top with cream cheese and cucumber slices. Garnish with dill.