Spiced Avocado Sandwich
Brighten up your lunch routine with this vibrant and nutritious Spiced Avocado Sandwich! Packed with creamy mashed avocado infused with zesty lime juice, a hint of ground cumin, and a kick of red chili flakes, this sandwich is a sensory delight. Layered with fresh spinach, juicy tomato slices, and crisp cucumber rounds, it offers a refreshing crunch in every bite. Served on wholesome whole-grain bread—lightly toasted for extra texture—this vegetarian sandwich can be customized with a spread of vegan mayonnaise or cream cheese for added indulgence. Ready in just 10 minutes and perfect for busy weekdays, this easy recipe is a flavorful, healthy twist on your classic sandwich. Add it to your meal rotation for a satisfying dish that’s as delicious as it is stress-free!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 whole Ripe avocado
- 1 tablespoon Lime juice
- 0.5 teaspoon Red chili flakes
- 0.25 teaspoon Ground cumin
- 0.25 teaspoon Salt
- 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper
- 4 pieces Whole-grain bread slices
- 1 medium Tomato
- 0.5 medium Cucumber
- 1 cup Baby spinach leaves
- 1 teaspoon Olive oil
- 2 tablespoons Optional: vegan mayonnaise or cream cheese
Instructions
Cut the avocado in half, remove the pit, and scoop the flesh into a small bowl.
Mash the avocado with a fork until it's mostly smooth with some small chunks for texture.
Add the lime juice, red chili flakes, ground cumin, salt, and black pepper to the mashed avocado, and mix well to combine.
Thinly slice the tomato and cucumber into rounds. Set them aside.
Lightly toast the whole-grain bread slices if desired for extra texture and warmth.
Lay out two bread slices and spread a thin layer of vegan mayonnaise or cream cheese on each slice (optional).
Spread the spiced avocado mixture evenly across the two slices of bread.
Top the avocado with a layer of spinach leaves, then add the sliced tomato and cucumber.
Drizzle a tiny bit of olive oil over the veggies for extra flavor and moisture.
Place the remaining two bread slices on top to complete the sandwiches, and gently press them together.
Slice each sandwich in half and serve immediately. Enjoy your spiced avocado sandwich!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
824 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 50.6 g | 65% | |
| Saturated Fat | 7.3 g | 36% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1.4 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 2495 mg | 108% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 81.9 g | 30% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 20.6 g | 74% | |
| Total Sugars | 18.8 g | ||
| Protein | 19.8 g | 40% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 202 mg | 16% | |
| Iron | 6.6 mg | 37% | |
| Potassium | 1529 mg | 33% | |
*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.
