Vegetarian Savory Chicken Bagel Sandwich

Elevate your lunchtime game with this Vegetarian Savory Chicken Bagel Sandwich, a hearty and flavor-packed twist on a classic favorite. Featuring tender plant-based chicken strips seasoned with smoked paprika and black pepper, this sandwich is a perfect blend of smoky, savory goodness. Layered on toasted bagels with crisp lettuce, juicy tomato slices, and zesty red onion, it's all tied together with a creamy homemade mustard aioli infused with garlic, capers, and a splash of lemon juice for a tangy finish. Quick and easy to prepare in just 25 minutes, this vegetarian sandwich is a satisfying meal that effortlessly combines texture, taste, and nutrition. Perfect for a filling lunch, a casual dinner, or even as an on-the-go option, it’s a flavorful reminder that plant-based eating can be both indulgent and wholesome.

Nutriscore Rating: 72/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:10 mins

Total Time:25 mins

Servings: 2

Ingredients

• 2 pieces Plain bagels
• 200 grams Plant-based chicken strips
• 1 tablespoon Olive oil
• 0.5 teaspoon Smoked paprika
• 0.25 teaspoon Salt
• 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper
• 4 pieces Lettuce leaves
• 1 medium Tomato
• 0.5 medium Red onion
• 3 tablespoons Mayonnaise
• 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
• 0.25 teaspoon Garlic powder
• 1 teaspoon Capers
• 1 teaspoon Lemon juice

Directions

Step 1

Preheat a non-stick pan over medium heat and add 1 tablespoon of olive oil.

Step 2

Season the plant-based chicken strips with smoked paprika, salt, and black pepper.

Step 3

Cook the seasoned chicken strips in the preheated pan for about 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally until golden and heated through.

Step 4

While the chicken is cooking, prepare the mustard aioli by combining mayonnaise, Dijon mustard, garlic powder, capers, and lemon juice in a small bowl. Mix well and set aside.

Step 5

Slice the bagels in half and toast them lightly to your preferred level of crispness.

Step 6

Prepare the vegetables by washing the lettuce, slicing the tomato into rounds, and slicing the red onion into thin rings.

Step 7

To assemble the sandwich, spread a generous layer of mustard aioli on the bottom half of each bagel.

Step 8

Layer with 2 pieces of lettuce, several slices of tomato, a few rings of red onion, and half of the plant-based chicken strips.

Step 9

Place the top half of the bagel over the filling to complete the sandwich.

Step 10

Serve immediately and enjoy your Vegetarian Savory Chicken Bagel Sandwich.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(654.8g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1273.2

Total Fat 67.6g	0%
Saturated Fat 7.2g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.4g
Cholesterol 45mg	0%
Sodium 3751.9mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 116.9g	0%
Dietary Fiber 17.2g	0%
Total Sugars 21.3g
Protein 58.7g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 455.0mg	0%
Iron 9.5mg	0%
Potassium 1017.7mg	0%

*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.

Source of Calories

Fat: 46.4%

Protein: 17.9%

Carbs: 35.7%