Veggie Peanut Butter Sandwich
Elevate your lunch game with this quick and nutritious Veggie Peanut Butter Sandwich, the perfect balance of creamy richness and fresh, crunchy veggies. This delightful recipe pairs smooth or crunchy peanut butter with vibrant layers of cucumber, shredded carrot, red bell pepper, and spinach, all nestled between hearty slices of whole grain bread. A pinch of salt and black pepper enhances the natural flavors for a simple yet satisfying bite. Perfect for a busy weekday lunch or an afternoon snack, this sandwich is ready in just 10 minutes and requires no cooking, making it the ideal go-to for wholesome eating on a time budget. Vegan-friendly, packed with fiber, and bursting with nutrients, this recipe proves that healthy and delicious can go hand in hand.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 slices Whole grain sandwich bread
- 2 tablespoons Peanut butter, creamy or crunchy
- 0.25 cup Cucumber, thinly sliced
- 0.25 cup Carrot, shredded
- 0.25 cup Red bell pepper, thinly sliced
- 8 leaves Spinach leaves
- 1 pinch Salt
- 1 pinch Black pepper
Instructions
Lay out the two slices of whole grain sandwich bread on a clean surface.
Spread 1 tablespoon of peanut butter evenly onto each slice of bread.
On one slice, layer the cucumber slices, shredded carrot, and red bell pepper evenly on top of the peanut butter.
Sprinkle a pinch of salt and black pepper over the vegetables to enhance their flavor.
Add the spinach leaves on top of the vegetables, ensuring even coverage.
Carefully place the second slice of bread (peanut butter side down) on top of the spinach to complete the sandwich.
Gently press the sandwich together to help it hold its shape.
Slice the sandwich in half if desired and serve immediately. Enjoy your Veggie Peanut Butter Sandwich!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
374 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 18.4 g | 24% | |
| Saturated Fat | 3.5 g | 18% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 590 mg | 26% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 41.0 g | 15% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 9.0 g | 32% | |
| Total Sugars | 12.0 g | ||
| Protein | 16.7 g | 33% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 166 mg | 13% | |
| Iron | 3.8 mg | 21% | |
| Potassium | 700 mg | 15% | |
*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.
