California BLT Chopped Bagel 

Discover the viral chopped‑bagel trend with Allrecipes’ California BLT version—where crispy bacon, creamy avocado, juicy tomato, and crisp lettuce are finely chopped into chive‑onion cream cheese, then spread onto a toasted everything bagel. The result: a mess‑free, balanced bite in every forkful. Inspired by chopped salads and sandwiches, this method ensures every flavor hits together perfectly, making for a satisfying and Instagram‑worthy brunch bite. Prep takes just about 10 minutes total. 

Ingredients (serves 1)

• 1 everything bagel
  
  

• 2 oz chive-and‑onion cream cheese, softened
  
  

• 3 slices cooked bacon, crisp
  
  

• 2 romaine lettuce leaves
  
  

• 1 slice tomato
  
  

• ¼ avocado, diced
  
  

• ¼ tsp kosher salt
  
  

• ¼ tsp freshly ground black pepper
  
  

Directions

1. Toast the everything bagel until golden, about 3 minutes.
   
   

2. Meanwhile, spread the cream cheese thinly on a cutting board. Top with bacon, lettuce, and tomato. Season with salt and pepper.
   
   

3. Chop the mixture until it's finely combined and chunky. Add avocado and chop 5–7 more times until incorporated.
   
   

4. Scrape the chopped filling together with a spatula or bench scraper.
   
   

5. Spread the mixture evenly onto the bottom half of the toasted bagel. Top with the other half and serve immediately.
   
   

Nutrients 

(Per sandwich)

• Calories: 1,285 kcal
  
  

• Fat: 67 g (Saturated ~19 g)
  
  

• Carbohydrates: 137 g
  
  

• Protein: 43 g
  
  

• Cholesterol: 78 mg
  
  

• Sodium: 1,940 mg
  
  

• Dietary Fiber: ~22 g
  
  

• Sugars: ~22 g
  
  

• Vitamin C: 37 mg
  
  

• Calcium: 564 mg
  
  

• Iron: 10 mg
  
  

• Potassium: 1,852 mg