This recipe takes the classic tuna salad and levels it up with the crunch, salt, and garlic-heavy goodness of an Everything Bagel. It’s the perfect balance of creamy, zesty, and savory—ideal for a quick lunch that feels like a treat.
The "Everything" Tuna Salad Bagel
Prep time: 10 minutesServings: 2Difficulty: Easy
Ingredients
CategoryItemAmountThe BaseCanned Tuna (in water or oil, drained)2 cans (approx. 5oz each)Everything Bagels2 bagelsThe Creamy MixMayonnaise1/4 cupDijon Mustard1 tspFresh Lemon Juice1 tbspThe CrunchCelery (finely diced)1 stalkRed Onion (finely diced)2 tbspPickles or Capers1 tbspSeasoningEverything Bagel Seasoning1 tsp (plus extra for garnish)Fresh Dill or Parsley1 tbspSalt & Black PepperTo taste
Instructions
Prep the Tuna: In a medium bowl, flake the drained tuna with a fork until there are no large chunks.
Mix the Salad: Add the mayonnaise, Dijon mustard, lemon juice, diced celery, red onion, and pickles. Mix until well combined.
Season: Fold in the fresh herbs and the Everything Bagel Seasoning. Taste before adding salt, as the seasoning blend usually contains quite a bit of salt already.
Toast the Bagel: Slice your bagels and toast them until the edges are golden brown and crispy.
Assemble: Scoop a generous portion of the tuna mixture onto the bottom half of each bagel.
Optional Toppings: Layer on some fresh sprouts, a slice of tomato, or even some pickled jalapeños for a kick. Top with the other bagel half and enjoy!
💡 Pro-Tips for the Best Sandwich
The "Cream Cheese" Swap: For an even richer flavor that fits the bagel theme, swap half the mayo for plain cream cheese. It makes the salad thicker and tangier.
The Melt Factor: Turn this into a Tuna Melt by adding a slice of sharp cheddar or provolone on top and broiling it for 1–2 minutes until the cheese bubbles.
Crisp the Onions: If you find raw red onions too sharp, soak the diced pieces in cold water for 5 minutes and pat dry before adding them to the mix.
Reviewed by EL KATIBI MARIA
on
January 10, 2026
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