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California BLT Chopped Bagel

California BLT Chopped Bagel: A Crunchy Flavor Adventure

Discover the California BLT Chopped Bagel, a vibrant and customizable lunch option that's easy to prepare and bursting with flavor.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 3 minutes
Total Time 10 minutes
Servings: 1 sandwich
Course: Lunch
Cuisine: American
Calories: 450

Ingredients
  

For the Bagel Base
  • 1 whole Everything Bagel Toasted
For the Filling
  • 2 ounces Chive and Onion Cream Cheese Mix in garlic powder for extra zest if using plain cream cheese.
  • 3 slices Bacon Cooked crisp, can substitute with turkey bacon or crispy chickpeas.
  • 2 leaves Romaine Lettuce Feel free to switch with your favorite leafy greens.
  • 1 slice Tomato Drain if too wet to avoid sogginess.
  • 1/4 teaspoon Kosher Salt Adjust according to preference.
  • 1/4 teaspoon Black Pepper Freshly ground for best taste.
  • 1/4 Avocado Diced.

Equipment

  • Toaster
  • Knife
  • Cutting Board

Method
 

Step‑by‑Step Instructions
  1. Preheat toaster or oven to medium heat. Slice the everything bagel in half and toast until golden brown and slightly crispy, about 3 minutes.
  2. Spread a generous layer of chive and onion cream cheese on the bottom half of the toasted bagel.
  3. Layer the cooked, crisp bacon slices onto the cream cheese-covered bagel half.
  4. Place two leaves of romaine lettuce atop the bacon, followed by a slice of juicy tomato.
  5. Sprinkle kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper over the vegetables.
  6. Carefully chop the layered filling into a chunky mixture.
  7. Add diced avocado to the filling and chop everything together a few more times.
  8. Scoop the filling mixture onto the bottom half of the toasted bagel and secure the top half.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sandwichCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 40gProtein: 18gFat: 25gSaturated Fat: 9gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 40mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 500mgFiber: 4gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 1500IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Customize with different bagel varieties and spreads. Consider preparing the filling ahead of time while storing the avocado separately for optimal texture.

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