Stuffed Montreal-Style Bagels with Smoked Meat and Pickled Vegetables

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-06-23 · Updated 2026-06-23

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Soft and chewy Montreal-style bagels filled with savory smoked meat, tangy pickles, and fresh greens for a hearty sandwich inspired by the Montreal region. This Canadian-inspired sandwich and wrap recipe, ready in about 10 minutes, pairs Montreal-style bagels, smoked beef brisket, Dill pickles for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 450 calories and feeds 4, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with a quick salad or grain on the side. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.

Prep: 10 min Serves 4 Canadian cuisine 450 cal/serving

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Ingredients

4 large Montreal-style bagels
12 oz thinly sliced smoked beef brisket
1/2 cup sliced thin Dill pickles
2 tbsp yellow mustard
1 small, thinly sliced red onion
1 cup shredded romaine lettuce
4 tbsp softened cream cheese
2 tbsp softened butter

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Instructions

Step 1: Slice 4 Montreal-style bagels horizontally and spread 1 tbsp softened cream cheese evenly on the bottom halves.
Step 2: Spread 1/2 tbsp softened butter on the top halves of the bagels.
Step 3: Layer 3 oz thinly sliced smoked beef brisket evenly on each bagel bottom over the cream cheese.
Step 4: Add 2 tbsp sliced dill pickles and a few slices of red onion on top of the meat.
Step 5: Spread 1/2 tbsp yellow mustard on the top halves of the bagels, then add 1/4 cup shredded romaine lettuce.
Step 6: Close the sandwiches and press gently. Serve immediately or wrap tightly for a packed lunch.