BEEEEP BEEEEP BEEEEP. Yes, that is the dreadful sound of your alarm in the morning. You know, the one that has rang for the third time after you’ve already pushed snooze twice. The one that means that you actually have to get up. Mornings can be tough, especially mornings where you have to get up early for work. But it doesn’t have to be. Give yourself a good reason to get up for so early. E.L.T. (egg lettuce tomato) breakfast bagel. That’s all.
What is an E.L.T. breakfast bagel? Imagine a layer of delicious scrambled eggs, topped with fresh tomatoes and lettuce, sandwiched between two slices of a toasted 12-grain bagel. In other words, a vegetarian version of the B.L.T. bagel.
This sandwich is a huge win with me because it is so easy and so quick to make. It takes about 5-10 minutes. Plus, it’s portable. That means if I am too rushed one morning, I can easily wrap it up in plastic wrap and take it with me “to go”. I can eat it in the car or at work. In the fast-paced world that we live in, convenience is key.
So, you have no excuse to skip breakfast again! 🙂
Just look at those eggs. Mmmmmm. I am not supposed to eat too many eggs because of its high cholesterol content, but sometimes it is just too irresistible and I crave it. A delicious and healthy breakfast just puts me in a good mood. I could have a million things running through my mind about what I need to do that day, but when I have a breakfast like this, I know it’s going to be a good day. It gets me full and provides me with enough fuel to get me going until lunch.
Jazz it up
There are so many different ways that you alter this bagel. Add any vegetables that your heart desires in between those two slices. Mushrooms? Green peppers? You got it. Go for it!
My two favourite ingredients to add (although not particularly on the healthy side) are bacon and cheese. Sometimes I add both, other times I add one or the other. The addition of bacon instantly transforms this to a… wait for it… B.E.L.T. breakfast bagel. Yum!
E.L.T. (Egg Lettuce Tomato) Breakfast Bagel
Prep Time: 3 mins- Cook Time: 5 mins
- Total Time: 8 minutes
Yield: 1 bagel
Category: Breakfast
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Start your morning right and curb your hunger with a healthy and classic E.L.T. (egg lettuce tomato) breakfast bagel.
Ingredients
- 1 bagel
- 1/2 tablespoon vegetable oil
- 2 eggs
- 2 slices of tomatoes
- 1 leaf of lettuce
- salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Cut the bagel into two slices and place in your toaster.
- Heat a non-stick frying pan with oil over medium heat. Add the eggs and scramble.
- Place the cooked, scrambled eggs onto the bottom slice of your toasted bagel. Shake some salt and pepper on top to taste.
- Add the slices of tomato and leaf of lettuce on top of the eggs. Finish by topping it up with the other half of the bagel.
- Slice down the middle and eat! Or wrap up to eat on-the-go.
This sounds so yummy! I LOVE bagel sandwiches! I usually have mine with avocado and hummus 🙂
Yum!! I’ve tried it with avocado but not with hummus. That sounds AMAZING!! I will have to try it 🙂
Your post (and wonderful pictures!) made me wish I had this sandwich this morning. Must. Buy. Bagels.
(I am familiar with that alarm sound you speak of and as it is Sunday night now, I am currently dreading hearing it again tomorrow! Eeeek!)
Hahah, thanks Jolina! Don’t remind me about that alarm! 🙁
Ooh…now I want a bagel. I think I’d swap out the lettuce for some baby spinach. And maybe add some avocado or cheese.
Yum.
Definitely want.
Yum, that sounds delicious! You can defiantly add the extra ingredients and jazz it up! 🙂
Yum! Except, of course, for the tomatoes! I have never learned to like those 🙁
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Well, just omit them:) If you like ketchup, add that instead 🙂
Yum! This looks so tasty x
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Thanks, Jessica!
Forget breakfast, I’d love this for dinner!
Hahaha 😀
So simple yet so good that ELT!
Haha, thanks! 🙂
This looks delicious. During the week I never eat breakfast, only Saturdays and Sundays, but this is so easy to make that I will have to try it out. Thank you 🙂
Yup, this makes a perfect weekday sit down or on the go breakfast:)
I love breakfasts like this! It looks super yummy; I could just dive in!
Thanks, Debi!
This looks like a great breakfast option for me. I love that is is super quick and easy. Who has extra time in the morning!?
I know, right? 🙂
I am a notorious breakfast skipper, but this looks easiest enough to do I might just have breakfast a little more often 🙂
That’s great, April! Enjoy 🙂
It looks delicious. But i don’t want to put any sauce in here.
This doesn’t have any sauce so you are in luck! 🙂
I’ve only ever had this combination with bacon however I might skip the bacon and try this out on a Meat Free Monday! Thanks for the inspo.
Any time, Ariana!
This looks and sounds amazing! I’m a big fan of bagels anytime, so I could totally eat this for breakfast lunch or dinner!
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Hahah, thanks Misty!
I love sandwiches that I can eat on the go…. I love the idea of tomatoes with my bagel! (and the egg;) Delicious!!
Thanks, Michele! Glad you like it 🙂
I’m always looking for easy breakfast ideas and this one certainly is. Thanks!
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You are most welcome, Judy!
ELT sounds great to me. I’m a total savory breakfast type of gal. This is definitely up my alley.
Yay, I’m glad you like it! 🙂
Bagel sandwiches are soo goo. Glad I’m not the only one who thinks so. 🙂
You most definitely are not 🙂
That sounds like a great breakfast! Yummy! I think I would add some bacon to it!!
Yum, bacon goes very well in this bagel!
A bagel sandwich is my favorite lunch or breakfast!
Mine too! 🙂
A healthy breakfast with protein and carbs is the best way to start the day, and you’ve got them both in your bagel sandwich… perfect breakfast!
Thanks Tamara!
BLT’s are my kind of breakfast, they are so hearty and filling at the same time. Love that you kept the recipe so simple and gorgeous pics.
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Thanks, Molly! 🙂
I love bagels and breakfast sandwiches, so this is the best of both worlds!
How perfect! This recipe was meant for you 🙂
Very creative! I love homemade breakfast sandwiches! A little meat on there and I would be very happy.
Thanks, Chris! Add some bacon, it tastes delicious on this bagel! 🙂
Looks like and healthy breakfast! Easy and delicious!
Thanks, Ana!
This bagel looks amazing to me!
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Thanks, Kelly! 🙂
I love making breakfast sandwiches at home. I love to add avocado and bacon to mine!
Yum, that sounds delicious! 🙂
Oooh I love all things breakfast sandwiches. This looks delicious!
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Thanks, Tracy!
Wow.. looks amazing! I would add bacon and cheese as well. Love it! Pinning.
Thanks, Oriana!
I love tomatoes with my eggs but never thought about lettuce before. I can get behind this sandwich for sure! I love easy / portable breakfasts.
Give a try, you may love the addition of lettuce! And if you don’t, you can easily take it out 🙂
So simple and yet so delicious! I’m thinking of adding a little spinach when I make this!
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Yum! Spinach would be amazing 🙂
Looks delicious! I’d probably add a little cheese to make it yummier for me (but less healthy!). Can’t wait to try it!
Thanks, Julie! Add all the cheese your heart desires 🙂
I could totally go for one of these breakfast bagels right now!! Looks super yummy and filling 🙂
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Me too.. I am starting to crave it again right now.. haha
I love these easy to cook breakfast. It’s perfect for the work morning..
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Exactly why I love it so much! It’s so easy and simple!
I know what I want for breakfast now. That was one mean bagel.
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Hahah, thanks Kathy!
That looks good, but I am gluten free. I have found gluten free waffles and make myself an Egg McWaffle most mornings. It’s a waffle with a sausage patty on top and a fried egg on top of that.
Yum, that sounds delicious! You could always make this using gluten-free bread instead of a bagel 🙂
oh these look and sound amazing I must give it a try myself I think
Thanks, Emma!
Oh yea, this is right up my alley without question. It sounds fabulous and that protein is perfect.
Thanks, Liz!
It looks so delicious!! I will DEFINITELY try this and let you know what it was like! 😀 bookmarking it 🙂
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Yes, let me know how it turns out! 🙂
I love this E.L.T. bagel recipe! So healthy and delicious! Perfect for breakfast! 🙂
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Thanks, Eugenia! I’m glad you like the recipe 🙂
Tomato and egg is always a great combination – I’m surprised I’ve never had an E.L.T now it makes so much sense! Great recipe 🙂
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Hahaha, thanks! Well now is the time to start 🙂
Sounds like an awesome breakfast and snack, I really want this now. Those tomatoes looks yummy
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Thanks, Victoria! Well it is super easy to make, so if you have the ingredients you could literally have this now 🙂
The egg looks so light! This is a classic breakfast food and also one of the best! So simple yet so yummy as well!
I agree! It’s one of my favs 🙂
I love tomatoes with my eggs. Great breakfast! Pinned:)
Thanks Ilona! And thanks for the share 🙂
I wish I had bagels because I would make that right now! Looks superb!
Hahah, well maybe it should be added onto your grocery shopping list 🙂
Egg sandwiches are my jam! This one looks delicious, can’t wait to try it!
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Mine too! Thanks, Sarah 🙂
Definitely a healthy “to-go” breakfast. My kids would love to have it for a light lunch too. I will make this tomorrow and add some shitake mushrooms. Yum!
Yum! That sounds delicious! 🙂
I love that this breakfast sandwich has lettuce! I can’t get enough lettuce and adding it to breakfast sounds awesome!
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Haha, thanks Sara! I agree, I love lettuce too 🙂
OMG Sam you got me craving this bagel right now!! I love breakfast for dinner and your bagel is simply brilliant–I can’t wait to make it!!
Hahah, thanks Mahy! I hope you enjoy it 🙂
I love that you have made a veggie bagel it looks heavenly thank you for sharing!
Anytime, Ana 🙂
A great way to start the day! 🙂
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I agree 🙂
Oh my. OH my. I LOVE FOOD too Sam. Especially breakfast food. Like bagels. And eggs. And lettuce. I’m not a huge tomato on sammies kinda gal, but I could be convinced, here. Good morning indeed!
You can always take out the tomatoes or add ketchup, if you like that better 🙂
I love a good breakfast sandwich. This one looks SO good!
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Thank you, Jillian! 🙂
I love me a delicious breakfast sandwich… and THIS looks delicious. Might have to have breakfast for dinner 😉
Thanks, Dana! 🙂
New Yorker that I am, I (literally) cut my teeth on bagels… LOL And a good bagel sandwich is so satisfying! Great breakfast!
Haha, thanks Anne!
OMG! I do not even particularly care for bagels or eggs, but I could see myself devouring this bad boy. It looks so delish! Thank you so much for sharing the recipe, I think I will definitely try this. I think the hubster will love it as well. Thanks again for sharing! Today I give tips on pulling off an effortlessly chic look! Please leave a comment with your thoughts and include your blog link so my friends can check you out too. Thanks in advance for reading!
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Thanks, Khalilah! I hope you and the hubby enjoy it 🙂
Sam, I thought you were referencing the Road Runner. anyway, this looks like the perfect breakfast sandwich.
Hahah! That’s too funny 🙂
This sounds like a great combo to me. I might like spinach on mine though
Yum, go for it! Spinach sounds delicious to add 🙂
I love tomato with my eggs and this sandwich looks like the perfect way to start the day. Full of protein and delicious too.
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Thanks, Ali! Me toooo 🙂
Looks so good even for someone like me who is not a huge fan of cooked eggs.
Thanks, AnnMarie! 🙂 You can always take out the egg and make it with bacon 🙂
I am a breakfast sandwich junkie! I mean big time! I always struggle with the bacon or ham aspect of it as I strive to eat clean…this is a great looking sammie! Might add a touch a avocado on mine too!
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Ooooh yes! Avocado would be amazing with this!
Yum! This looks great. I love bagels. The extra protein would keep me going.
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Thanks, Sara!
This sounds like a very filling and nutritious breakfast for someone on the go!
It sure is, Mardene 🙂
I always need inspiration in the morning, especially with food! Great idea! Inspired! This will go great with my hot mug of something!
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Yumm! Perfect with coffee or tea 🙂
This looks soo good! I can’t wait to try it.
Thanks, Gladys!
This looks amazing! I need to have breakfast now 🙂
Hahah, thanks Rachel!
I love bagels…and this is the perfect breakfast for me…even lunch!!
Oh yes! I could eat this for lunch too 🙂
Perfect breakfast. I absolutely love a tomato on a bagel. I don’t know why but I do. Your addition of egg and lettuce is a perfect addition.
Thanks, Christie!
Egg sandwiches are my favorite! Would it be bad if I made a BLET instead? Bacon, Lettuce, Egg, Tomato. Yum!
Nope go for it! I usually add bacon and cheese as I mentioned in the “Jazz it up” section 🙂
That looks delicious! I love breakfast food and that sandwich looks like a great way to start the
Thanks, Carlee! 🙂
That sounds like an awesome breakfast. I think I would add some bacon on there, too, though 🙂
Yup, bacon and cheese are my favourite things to add. I didn’t have any so I chose to forgo it this time! 🙂
I love portable meals 🙂 I always take my breakfast with me to eat after I arrive at the office.
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I know, right? I do that most days too!
you just upgraded my mornings! can’t wait to wake up 🙂
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Hahah, thanks Claudia! 🙂
Looks like it could use a sauce or a nice soft cheese.
Yup, those additions would be great on this bagel!