Can I make this ahead of time?

You can prepare the tuna mixture in advance and store it in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Assemble and broil the bagel just before serving for the best results.

What can I serve with a tuna melt bagel?

Pair it with a simple side salad, raw veggies like snap peas or cucumbers, a cup of soup, or a handful of your favorite chips for a complete meal.

Could I use something other than mayonnaise?

First, let me promise that you really can't taste the mayo. BUT you could use plain Greek yogurt if you want.

Can I use a different type of bread?

Absolutely! English muffins, sourdough, whole grain bread or even a croissant would work well if you don’t have bagels on hand.

Tuna Melt Bagel - easy, healthy lunch in 10 minutes!

Name: Tuna Melt Bagel
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 1 min
Total time: 10 min
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 1 whole grain bagel; 1 5oz can tuna in water, drained; 2 tablespoons mayo; 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard; 4 pickled jalapeños, finely chopped (I love the hot and sweet ones from TJs!); 1 stalk celery, minced; 2 tablespoons red onion, minced; 1 tablespoon green onions, finely chopped; 1/4 teaspoon EACH kosher salt and black pepper; 1/2 teaspoon green goddess seasoning blend or similar all-purpose seasoning; 1 oz sharp cheddar, grated; for topping: microgreens or arugula, chili onion crunch seasoning, drizzle of olive oil, pinch of sea salt

Description

This tuna melt bagel is everything you love about comfort food with a nutritious twist. The combination of creamy tuna, crunchy veggies, melty cheese, and a hearty bagel base is such a satisfying, easy meal.

Ingredients

Units Scale

1 whole grain bagel
1 5oz can tuna in water, drained
2 tablespoons mayo
1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
4 pickled jalapeños, finely chopped (I love the hot and sweet ones from TJs!)
1 stalk celery, minced
2 tablespoons red onion, minced
1 tablespoon green onions, finely chopped
1/4 teaspoon EACH kosher salt and black pepper
1/2 teaspoon green goddess seasoning blend or similar all-purpose seasoning
1 oz sharp cheddar, grated
for topping: microgreens or arugula, chili onion crunch seasoning, drizzle of olive oil, pinch of sea salt

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Instructions

Preheat the oven to broil. Toast the bagel in a toaster or toaster oven.

Line a baking sheet with a silicone baking mat or foil. In a medium bowl combine tuna, mayo, mustard, pickled jalapeños, celery, red onion, green onions, salt, pepper and green goddess seasoning and mix until well combined.

Place toasted bagel on prepared baking sheet. Split tuna mixture between the bagel halves. Top with the grated cheese. Place in the oven and broil on high for 1 minute.

Top with greens of choice and chili crunch seasoning if using and enjoy!

Notes

This recipe is easily multipliable if you’d like to prep a larger batch of tuna salad.

Refer to above blog post for tips, variation ideas and answers to frequently asked questions.

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Nutrition

Serving Size: 1/2 bagel
Calories: 339
Sugar: 5.6 g
Sodium: 751.9 mg
Fat: 12.9 g
Carbohydrates: 29.1 g
Fiber: 3.1 g
Protein: 24.9 g
Cholesterol: 48.7 mg