Save A vibrant, crowd-pleasing brunch platter featuring perfectly sliced hard-boiled eggs sprinkled with everything bagel seasoning, paired with fresh vegetables, creamy spreads, and artisanal breads.
This dish has become a brunch favorite in my home where everyone loves assembling their own bites.
Ingredients
- Eggs: 8 large eggs
- Vegetables & Accompaniments: 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved, 1 cucumber, sliced, 1 avocado, sliced, 1/2 cup radishes, thinly sliced, 1/2 red onion, thinly sliced, 1/4 cup fresh dill sprigs
- Spreads & Cheeses: 1 cup whipped cream cheese, 1/2 cup hummus
- Breads & Crackers: 2 everything bagels, sliced and toasted, 1/2 baguette, sliced, 1 cup assorted crackers
- Toppings: 2 tbsp everything bagel seasoning, flaky sea salt, to taste, freshly ground black pepper, to taste
Instructions
- Step 1:
- Place eggs in a saucepan and cover with cold water. Bring to a boil, then lower heat and simmer for 9–10 minutes.
- Step 2:
- Transfer eggs to an ice bath for 5 minutes. Peel and slice each egg lengthwise into rounds or halves.
- Step 3:
- Arrange sliced eggs on a large platter. Sprinkle generously with everything bagel seasoning, flaky sea salt, and black pepper.
- Step 4:
- Neatly arrange cherry tomatoes, cucumber, avocado, radishes, red onion, and dill around the eggs.
- Step 5:
- Add dollops of whipped cream cheese and hummus in small bowls on the board.
- Step 6:
- Fill in remaining spaces with toasted bagel slices, baguette, and crackers.
- Step 7:
- Serve immediately, letting guests build their own bites.
Save Sharing this brunch board brings the family together around the table every weekend.
Notes
Garnish with capers or pickled vegetables for extra flavor. Pair with a sparkling rosé or cold-brew coffee for a festive brunch.
Required Tools
Saucepan, large bowl (for ice bath), sharp knife, cutting board, serving platter or board, small bowls (for spreads)
Nutritional Information
Calories: 320, Total Fat: 13 g, Carbohydrates: 34 g, Protein: 13 g per serving
Save This brunch board is perfect for casual gatherings and can be customized endlessly for all tastes.
Recipe FAQ
- → How do you achieve perfectly sliced hard-boiled eggs?
Simmer eggs for 9-10 minutes, cool them in an ice bath for 5 minutes, then peel and slice lengthwise for clean, even rounds.
- → What is everything bagel seasoning made of?
It typically combines sesame seeds, poppy seeds, dried garlic, dried onion, and salt for a savory, crunchy topping.
- → Can this board accommodate dietary restrictions?
Yes, you can swap breads and crackers for gluten-free varieties and add smoked salmon or prosciutto for non-vegetarian options.
- → What spreads complement the eggs and vegetables?
Whipped cream cheese and hummus provide creamy, flavorful contrasts that balance the freshness of the vegetables and seasoning on the eggs.
- → How should the board be served?
Arrange all components attractively on a large platter and serve immediately, encouraging guests to assemble their own bites from the varied ingredients.