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California BLT Chopped Bagel

California BLT Chopped Bagel: Quick, Crunchy Lunch Bliss

This California BLT Chopped Bagel is a quick, delightful blend of crispy bacon, creamy avocado, and fresh veggies, perfect for a busy afternoon.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 5 minutes
Total Time 15 minutes
Servings: 2 sandwiches
Course: Snacks
Cuisine: American
Calories: 550
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Bagel
  • 2 pieces Everything Bagel Toast until golden for best texture.
For the Spread
  • 4 ounces Chive and Onion Cream Cheese Substitute with plain cream cheese mixed with garlic powder if needed.
For the Filling
  • 4 slices Bacon Cook until crispy for best texture.
  • 2 cups Romaine Lettuce Can switch to spinach if desired.
  • 1 medium Tomato Pat dry if too juicy to avoid sogginess.
  • to taste Kosher Salt
  • to taste Freshly Ground Black Pepper
  • 1 medium Avocado Dice and mix in for an even distribution.

Equipment

  • Toaster
  • mixing bowl
  • Knife

Method
 

Preparation Steps
  1. Preheat your toaster or oven to 375°F (190°C). Slice your everything bagel in half and toast until golden brown, about 3-5 minutes.
  2. Spread a generous layer of chive and onion cream cheese over the bottom half of the toasted bagel.
  3. In a mixing bowl, combine cooked bacon strips, chopped romaine lettuce, and diced tomatoes. Add kosher salt and black pepper to taste.
  4. Chop the filling mixture in the bowl until it reaches a chunky consistency.
  5. Gently fold in the diced avocado and chop the mixture a few more times to ensure even distribution.
  6. Gather the filling and mound it generously on top of the cream cheese-covered bagel half.
  7. Place the other half of the toasted bagel on top and press down gently.
  8. Slice the bagel sandwich in half if desired, and serve immediately.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sandwichCalories: 550kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 20gFat: 28gSaturated Fat: 8gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 12gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 950mgPotassium: 500mgFiber: 6gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 20IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 10mgIron: 15mg

Notes

For best results, store the bagel and filling separately until ready to serve.

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