Whole Wheat Bagel with Cream Cheese and Sliced Turkey
720 kcal · 35 g protein · 5 minutes · 1 servings
This hearty whole wheat bagel sandwich combines the creamy tang of low-fat cream cheese with lean, protein-rich sliced turkey breast and fresh spinach leaves. It’s a satisfying and nutritious meal perfect for breakfast or lunch, delivering balanced macros with wholesome ingredients.
720 kcal
35 g protein
5 minutes
Ingredients
- whole wheat bagel 1 medium
- low-fat cream cheese 2 tablespoons
- sliced turkey breast 3 ounces
- spinach leaves 1/4 cup
Method
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Prepare your ingredients.
Gather all your ingredients: one medium whole wheat bagel, 2 tablespoons of low-fat cream cheese, 3 ounces of sliced turkey breast, and 1/4 cup of fresh spinach leaves. Make sure the turkey is sliced thinly and the spinach leaves are washed and dried.
Tip: Dry spinach leaves well with a salad spinner or paper towel to avoid sogginess. -
Slice the bagel.
Using a serrated knife, carefully slice the whole wheat bagel horizontally into two equal halves.
Tip: Use a gentle sawing motion to avoid squashing the bagel. -
Spread cream cheese.
Evenly spread 2 tablespoons of low-fat cream cheese on the cut side of both bagel halves. This adds creaminess and moisture to the sandwich.
Tip: If cream cheese is too firm, let it sit at room temperature for a few minutes for easier spreading. -
Add turkey and spinach.
Layer the 3 ounces of sliced turkey breast evenly over the cream cheese on the bottom half of the bagel. Then, add the 1/4 cup of fresh spinach leaves on top of the turkey.
Tip: Arrange turkey slices flat to cover the bagel evenly for balanced bites. -
Assemble the sandwich.
Place the top half of the bagel over the layered ingredients to complete your sandwich.
Tip: Press gently to keep everything together without squeezing out the filling.
Pro tips
- Toast the bagel lightly before assembling for added crunch and warmth.
- Add a few slices of tomato or cucumber for extra freshness and flavor.