BLT Bagel Sandwich That's Easy to Pack for Lunch

Recipe

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This BLT bagel sandwich combines the classic flavors of crispy bacon, juicy tomato and crunchy lettuce with a savory bagel for a whole new BLT experience.

If you love a classic BLT, this BLT bagel sandwich makes a filling lunch that’s easy to pack ahead and eat later. Here, you’ll learn how to assemble it and keep the bagel from getting soggy until lunchtime.

Bagel sandwich with bacon, lettuce and tomato

BLT Bagel Sandwiches Always Win

Laura Fuentes holding a stack of lunchboxes and a school lunch bag

When my daughter was swimming, she needed a filling lunch after those early morning practices. She’s always loved bacon, especially in BLT wraps and BLT salads, so I turned that favorite combination into a bagel sandwich.

The bagel makes it a heartier lunch than a regular BLT, and it’s one of those bacon lunches she always tells me she enjoyed when I pack it.

closeup of a bacon lettuce tomato sandwich on a bagel

How to Make It

Cook the bacon
Use leftover cooked bacon or cook bacon in the microwave in just a couple of minutes. Let it cool before assembling the sandwich.
Assemble the bagel
Spread mayonnaise on the bagel halves, then layer the lettuce, tomato, and crispy bacon. Keep the lettuce between the tomato and bagel to prevent the bread from getting soggy.
Pack it for lunch
Close the sandwich and place it in a sturdy lunch container that fits snugly. Keep refrigerated until it’s time to pack your lunch bag with an ice pack.

Laura’s Lunch Packing Tips

Should I toast the bagel?

You can, but you don’t have to. I like a lightly toasted bagel for a little extra texture. Just let it cool completely before assembling the sandwich so the trapped steam doesn’t soften the bread.

How do I keep a BLT bagel from getting soggy?

Dry the lettuce well and put it between the tomato and the bagel; this way, the tomato juices don’t soak into the bagel. When packing sandwiches for lunch, I also use a sturdy container to keep everything in place.

What can I use instead of mayonnaise?

Guacamole, hummus, or cream cheese all work. Spread a thin layer on the bagel so you get plenty of flavor without making the sandwich too wet.

Can I make this bagel sandwich ahead of time?

Yes. Assemble it with cooled bacon and dry lettuce, then refrigerate it in a sealed container. Keep fruit, veggies, and other lunch sides separate, and pack the sandwich in an insulated lunch bag with an ice pack to keep it chilled until lunch.

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BLT Bagel

Servings: 1 sandwich

Prep Time: 5

Total Time: 5

This BLT bagel sandwich combines the classic flavors of crispy bacon, juicy tomato and crunchy lettuce with a savory bagel for a whole new BLT experience.

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Ingredients

1 bagel, toasted optional
1 tablespoon mayonnaise
2 slices bacon, cooked crispy
2 slices of tomato
Lettuce leaves, washed

Instructions

Make the sandwich:

Cook the bacon in the microwave until crispy. Pat dry with a paper towel to absorb excess fat. Cut the slices in half.
Toast the bagel, if necessary. Spread a thin layer of mayonnaise on both bagel halves.
Layer the lettuce leaves, tomato slices, and cooked bacon on top of one half of the bagel. Close the bagel sandwich with the other half. Slice in half and enjoy.

Pack it for lunch:

Place the BLT bagel sandwich in a lunch container where it fits snugly. Pack any sides, like fruits and veggies, in a separate compartment or container. Refrigerate until ready to pack inside a lunch bag, with or without an ice pack.