Southwest Pizza Bagels Recipe

Quick & easy Southwest Pizza Bagels! This kid-friendly recipe, inspired by Vegetarian Times, transforms simple bagels into a flavorful and healthy lunch or snack. Broil them to perfection in your toaster oven for a cheesy, spicy treat in just minutes. Customize the heat with your favorite salsa – mild salsa is perfect for little ones! Get ready for a delicious and satisfying meal that's ready in under 20 minutes.

Prep Time 5 mins
Cook Time 13 mins
Calories 111.4 kcal
Protein 14g
Rating 5.0 (4 Reviews)
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Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Southwest Pizza Bagels

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How to Make Southwest Pizza Bagels

  1. Preheat your broiler to high.
  2. Line a baking sheet with aluminum foil.
  3. Place bagels, cut-side up, on the prepared baking sheet.
  4. In a small bowl, combine 2 tablespoons of diced green chiles and 4 ounces of cream cheese. Mix well.
  5. Spread the cream cheese mixture evenly over the bagels.
  6. In another small bowl, combine 1/4 cup pizza sauce and 2 tablespoons of your favorite salsa. Mix well.
  7. Spoon the pizza sauce mixture over the cream cheese layer on each bagel.
  8. Top each bagel with 1/4 cup shredded cheddar cheese (or your preferred cheese).
  9. Broil for 2-3 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
  10. Remove from the broiler and let cool slightly before serving. Enjoy immediately!

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

27 g

Sugar

8g

Fat

19g

Carbs

1g

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