Savory Tuna Bagel
Elevate your lunchtime routine with this quick and flavorful Savory Tuna Bagel recipe! Packed with protein-rich canned tuna, creamy mayonnaise, zesty Dijon mustard, and tangy capers, this tuna salad is beautifully balanced with crunchy celery and red onion for added texture. Nestled between lightly toasted bagels and layered with crisp lettuce and juicy tomato slices, this hearty creation is perfect for a satisfying meal. Fresh lemon juice ties everything together with a pop of brightness. Ready in just 20 minutes, this easy-to-make recipe is ideal for busy days when you need something both nutritious and delicious. Whether you're looking for a unique twist on classic tuna salad or a portable bagel sandwich to fuel your day, the Savory Tuna Bagel hits all the right notes!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 pieces Bagels
- 1 can Canned tuna in water
- 3 tablespoons Mayonnaise
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
- 1 stalk Celery, finely chopped
- 2 tablespoons Red onion, finely chopped
- 1 tablespoon Capers, drained
- 1 tablespoon Lemon juice
- 0.25 teaspoon Salt
- 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper
- 4 pieces Lettuce leaves
- 1 medium Tomato, sliced
Instructions
Start by draining the canned tuna thoroughly and transfer it to a medium-sized mixing bowl.
Add mayonnaise, Dijon mustard, chopped celery, chopped red onion, capers, and lemon juice to the bowl.
Season the mixture with salt and black pepper.
Gently mix all the ingredients until well combined, ensuring the tuna flakes are broken up and distributed evenly throughout the salad.
Slice the bagels in half and lightly toast them in a toaster or oven to preference.
Once toasted, lay the bagel halves open and place a lettuce leaf on the bottom half of each bagel.
Spread a generous portion of the tuna mixture over the lettuce leaves.
Place sliced tomatoes over the tuna mixture, ensuring even coverage.
Top with the other half of the bagel. Serve immediately and enjoy your delicious Savory Tuna Bagel.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1117 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 39.1 g | 50% | |
| Saturated Fat | 4.0 g | 20% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 97 mg | 32% | |
| Sodium | 2261 mg | 98% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 124.0 g | 45% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 7.5 g | 27% | |
| Total Sugars | 16.0 g | ||
| Protein | 64.8 g | 130% | |
| Vitamin D | 1.7 mcg | 8% | |
| Calcium | 106 mg | 8% | |
| Iron | 8.8 mg | 49% | |
| Potassium | 1028 mg | 22% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
