Turkey Pesto Bagel Sandwich

Name: Turkey Pesto Bagel Sandwich
Prep time: 5 min
Cook time: 3 min
Total time: 8 min
Yield: 1 servings
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 1 everything bagel, sliced in half; 2 tbsp crumbled feta cheese; 1 tomato, thinly sliced; coarse salt, to taste; 1/4 tsp everything bagel seasoning; 3 oz sliced turkey; 1 tbsp pesto

This turkey pesto bagel sandwich combines toasted everything bagel, sliced turkey, fresh tomato, crumbled feta, and pesto for a quick, flavorful lunch that comes together in minutes.

🌍American 🏷️Bagel sandwich 🏷️Turkey sandwich 🏷️Pesto 🏷️Feta cheese Quick lunch

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Total

8 min

Servings

1

Difficulty

Easy

Est. Cost

$16–$26

Recipe Source

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Ingredients

1 everything bagel, sliced in half
2 tbsp crumbled feta cheese
1 tomato, thinly sliced
coarse salt, to taste
1/4 tsp everything bagel seasoning
3 oz sliced turkey
1 tbsp pesto

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Instructions

1
Toast the bagel halves until crispy.
2
Spread crumbled feta cheese over one half of the toasted bagel.
3
Layer a few thin slices of tomato over the feta.
4
Season the tomatoes with coarse salt and everything bagel seasoning.
5
Pile the sliced turkey on top of the tomatoes.
6
Add another sprinkle of salt over the turkey.
7
Spread pesto over the turkey.
8
Top with the other half of the bagel, slice in half, and serve.

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Tips & Notes

Pro tips

Toast the everything bagel until golden and crispy to provide structural support against moist ingredients like tomato and pesto.
Slice tomato thinly and pat dry with paper towels to minimize excess moisture that can make the bagel soggy.
Spread pesto generously but evenly across both bagel halves to ensure consistent flavor in every bite.
Layer turkey, then tomato, then feta to keep the bagel's structural integrity and prevent sliding.

Substitutions

everything bagel → plain bagel or sourdough bagel (loses the subtle seed flavor and texture)
feta cheese → goat cheese or cream cheese (creamier texture, milder flavor)
pesto → sun-dried tomato spread or hummus (different flavor profile but similar consistency)
sliced turkey → rotisserie chicken, prosciutto, or ham (adjust salt to taste)

Storage & make-ahead

Assemble fresh to order. Store leftover pesto and feta separately in airtight containers for up to 5 days; toasted bagel best eaten immediately.

Common Questions

Should I toast the bagel?

Yes, toasting the bagel prevents it from getting soggy and adds texture to the sandwich.

Can I make this sandwich ahead of time?

Assemble it just before eating. If you must prepare ahead, toast and store the bagel separately, then add wet ingredients (tomato, pesto) right before serving.