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Everything waffles with smoked salmon and apple slaw

Jul 23, 2024

This Everything Waffles with Smoked Salmon and Apple Slaw recipe is a delicious and easy way to enjoy a gourmet breakfast or brunch. The combination of crispy waffles, creamy cream cheese, savory bagel seasoning, and fresh apple slaw with smoked salmon makes for an irresistible dish. 

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Ingredients you will need for these everything waffles with smoked salmon and apple slaw

This recipe is simple yet packed with flavor. Here’s everything you’ll need:

For the apple salad

  • 1 apple, cored and thinly sliced
  • 2 green onions, sliced
  • 1 tbsp capers, chopped
  • 1 tbsp chopped fresh dill
  • 1 tbsp canola oil
  • 1 tbsp lemon juice
  • ⅛ tsp salt

For the waffles

  • 4 frozen waffles
  • 8 tbsp plain cream cheese
  • 3 tbsp bagel seasoning
  • 150g smoked salmon

How to make this everything waffles with smoked salmon and apple slaw recipe

Follow these simple steps to prepare your delicious everything waffles with smoked salmon and apple slaw:

  1. Stir together all the ingredients for the apple slaw in a bowl. Set aside.
  2. Toast the waffles until crispy.
  3. Slather each waffle with 2 tablespoons of plain cream cheese.
  4. Sprinkle ¾ tablespoon of bagel seasoning over each waffle.
  5. Add a pile of the apple salad on top of the seasoned cream cheese.
  6. Top with some of the smoked salmon. Repeat for each waffle.

Tips and tricks to make the best everything waffles

Creating the perfect everything waffles involves a few key tips:

  • Use crispy waffles: Toast the waffles until they are crispy to provide a sturdy base for the toppings.
  • Spread cream cheese evenly: Ensure the cream cheese is spread evenly to help the bagel seasoning adhere and to balance the flavors.
  • Fresh ingredients: Use fresh dill and green onions for the apple slaw to enhance the flavors.
  • Chill the slaw: Let the apple slaw sit for a few minutes in the fridge to allow the flavors to meld together.

FAQ

Can I use homemade waffles instead of frozen waffles?

Yes, you can use homemade waffles if you prefer. Just make sure they are crispy to hold the toppings well.  

What can I use instead of bagel seasoning?

If you don’t have bagel seasoning, you can make your own with a mix of sesame seeds, poppy seeds, dried garlic, dried onion, and salt. 

Can I prepare the apple slaw in advance?

Yes, you can prepare the apple slaw a few hours in advance and store it in the fridge. Just give it a good stir before serving.

How can I make this recipe dairy-free?

You can use a dairy-free cream cheese alternative to make this recipe dairy-free.

And that’s it for these Everything Waffles with Smoked Salmon and Apple Slaw!  You may also like my Breakfast on the BBQ recipe.

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Ingredients

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Apple salad 1 apple, cored and thinly sliced 2 green onions 1 tbsp capers, chopped 1 tbsp chopped fresh dill 1 tbsp canola oil 1 tbsp lemon juice 1/8 tsp salt Waffles 4 frozen waffles 8 tbsp plain cream cheese 3 tbsp bagel seasoning 150g smoked salmon

Instructions

1. Stir together all the ingredients for the apple slaw.

2. Toast the waffles (crispy is best).

3. Slather each waffle with cream cheese then cover in bagel seasoning. Add a pile of the apple salad and top with some of the smoked salmon.  Repeat for each waffle.

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Andrea Buckett

Andrea Buckett is a celebrity chef, bestselling cookbook author, and trusted Canadian food expert known for flavour-forward recipes and practical kitchen tips. You can catch her as a featured anchor on CTV’s The Good Stuff with Mary Berg and on programs like ETalk, CTV Your Morning, and Breakfast Television Toronto. She has partnered with top Canadian brands including Canada Beef, Turkey Farmers of Canada, Egg Farmers of Ontario, Farm Boy, and Roots, and appears at major food festivals and culinary events across the country.

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