Dinner

Ultimate Picnic Bagel Sandwiches Recipe

BySophie Carsel January 27, 2026January 27, 2026

Introduction

This Ultimate Picnic Sandwich Bagel combines fresh green beans, savory honey roast ham, nutty cheese, and tangy spreads for a satisfying and flavorful outdoor meal. Easy to assemble and perfect to take on the go, these bagels offer a delightful mix of textures and tastes that will elevate any picnic.

A sandwich is shown on a white plate with a wooden board underneath, placed on a white marbled surface. The sandwich has a golden brown bun, split into two halves. The bottom layer is a spread of creamy sauce, topped with two layers of green lettuce leaves. Above that are fresh green beans, five or six in number, laying side by side. On top of the beans is a layer of thinly sliced pink ham, folded. The ham is decorated with a few black olive slices. The next layer consists of two thick slices of pale yellow Swiss cheese with holes, placed on top. The top bun rests slightly tilted over the cheese. Beside the sandwich is a small ceramic bowl filled with a chunky pale yellow sauce. In the background is a metal container holding several sandwiches and two clear glasses filled with a bubbly light drink. Photo taken with an iphone --ar 4:5 --v 7

Ingredients

200g green beans, trimmed
50g salted butter, softened
6 bagels, sliced in half and toasted
2 tbsp Dijon mustard
6 tbsp mayonnaise
30g cornichons, finely chopped
1 round lettuce
200g Morrisons Market Street Deli Honey Roast Ham
75g pitted black olives, sliced
150g nutty cheese such as gruyere, thinly sliced

Instructions

Step 1: Bring a pan of salted water to a boil and add the green beans. Cook for 2-3 minutes until they are tender but still have a slight bite. Drain and immediately plunge the beans into ice-cold water. Leave them there for 5 minutes, then drain and dry thoroughly.
Step 2: Spread the softened butter evenly over the cut sides of each toasted bagel half. In a bowl, mix together the Dijon mustard, mayonnaise, finely chopped cornichons, and a good grind of black pepper. Spread this mixture over the buttered sides of the bagels.
Step 3: Separate the lettuce leaves from the head, then wash and dry them well. Layer 2-3 leaves of lettuce on the bottom half of each bagel.
Step 4: Add a layer of green beans, followed by the honey roast ham, sliced black olives, and thin slices of nutty cheese. Top each stack with the other half of the bagel.
Step 5: Wrap each sandwich tightly in baking parchment to keep fresh and make them easy to transport for your picnic.

Tips & Variations

For a vegetarian version, replace the ham with grilled or roasted vegetables like bell peppers and zucchini.
Use flavored bagels such as onion or sesame to add extra depth to your sandwich.
Add a splash of lemon juice to the green beans before layering for a bright, fresh note.

Storage

Wrap the assembled sandwiches tightly in baking parchment and store in the refrigerator for up to 1 day before serving. To keep the bagels from getting soggy, prepare the spread and fillings separately if making ahead, then assemble just before your picnic. If reheating is desired, toast the bagel halves lightly before assembling for best texture.