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School Lunch Bagel Sandwich

School Lunch Bagel Sandwich packs crunchy lettuce and shredded carrot with sharp Cheddar between a toasted multigrain bagel slathered in herb-and-garlic cream cheese. Tangy dill pickles cut through the richness, giving every bite a lively snap. Ideal for a satisfying lunchbox meal or a quick midday bite that holds up well until noon.

  • Prep10 mins
  • Cook5 mins
  • Serves1
  • DifficultyEasy
School Lunch Bagel Sandwich
  1. 1

    Spread cream cheese on the toasted bagel.

  2. 2

    Arrange Cheddar cheese, pickle slices, carrot, and lettuce on one half of the bagel; place the other bagel half on top.

  3. 3

    Cut the sandwich in half and wrap it in plastic wrap or aluminum foil.

  4. 4

    Put the sandwich in a lunch bag with an ice pack.