Elevate your lunch game with this fresh and flavorful Garden Vegetable Sandwich, a wholesome delight packed with vibrant, nutrient-rich ingredients. This quick and easy recipe pairs hearty whole-grain bread with a creamy layer of hummus, providing the perfect base for crisp cucumber, juicy tomato, shredded carrot, creamy avocado, spicy arugula, tangy red onion, and fragrant basil. Lightly seasoned with a pinch of salt and pepper, this sandwich is as satisfying as it is nutritious. Ready in just 10 minutes with no cooking required, it's perfect for busy weekdays or a light, plant-based meal. Whether youβre a veggie lover or just trying to eat healthier, this colorful sandwich is a must-try!
Wash and dry all vegetables thoroughly.
Slice the cucumber and tomato into thin rounds.
Peel the carrot and cut it into thin shreds or ribbons using a vegetable peeler.
Slice the avocado into thin strips or scoop and mash it for easier spreading.
Lightly toast the two slices of whole-grain bread if desired.
Spread a generous layer of hummus on one side of each slice of bread.
Layer the cucumber slices on one slice of bread, followed by the tomato slices, shredded carrot, avocado slices, arugula, red onion slices, and fresh basil leaves.
Sprinkle a pinch of salt and black pepper over the layered vegetables for seasoning.
Top the sandwich with the second slice of bread (hummus side down).
Gently press the sandwich together and slice it in half diagonally for easier serving.
Serve immediately and enjoy!
Calories |
455 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
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| Total Fat | 21.7 g | 28% | |
| Saturated Fat | 3.2 g | 16% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 6.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 1180 mg | 51% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 53.9 g | 20% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 14.4 g | 51% | |
| Total Sugars | 13.4 g | ||
| Protein | 15.3 g | 31% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 155 mg | 12% | |
| Iron | 4.1 mg | 23% | |
| Potassium | 1034 mg | 22% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.