Whole30 Pimento Cheese Sandwich
Say goodbye to traditional sandwiches and hello to the refreshing "Whole30 Pimento Cheese Sandwich," a vibrant, dairy-free twist on a comfort food favorite! This recipe features a creamy, cashew-based pimento cheese spread, elevated with roasted red peppers, nutritional yeast, and fresh minced jalapeno for a spicy kick. Packed with bold flavors, it's nestled in crisp romaine or bibb lettuce leaves for a gluten-free, Whole30-approved alternative to bread. Easy to prepare in just 20 minutes, this healthy dish is perfect for lunch or a light dinner. Garnished with fresh chives for a pop of color and taste, it’s a satisfying, wholesome meal that doesn’t compromise on indulgence. Ideal for those craving Whole30 recipes, dairy-free pimento cheese, or low-carb sandwich options!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 cup raw cashews
- 0.5 cup water
- 2 tablespoons nutritional yeast
- 0.5 cup jarred roasted red peppers, drained and chopped
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon apple cider vinegar
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 fresh jalapeno, finely minced (optional)
- 8 romaine or bibb lettuce leaves
- 2 tablespoons finely chopped fresh chives
Instructions
Place the raw cashews in a bowl and cover with water. Allow them to soak for at least 2 hours, or overnight for best results to soften.
Drain and rinse the cashews. In a high-speed blender or food processor, add the soaked cashews, 0.5 cup of water, nutritional yeast, chopped roasted red peppers, garlic powder, onion powder, lemon juice, apple cider vinegar, salt, and black pepper.
Blend the mixture on high until it becomes smooth and creamy, scraping down the sides as needed. Taste and adjust the seasoning as necessary.
For a spicier kick, stir in the minced jalapeno by hand after blending, if desired.
Prepare the lettuce leaves by washing and patting them dry gently with a paper towel.
Scoop a generous amount of the pimento cheese mixture onto each lettuce leaf. Spread it evenly down the center.
Sprinkle the finely chopped chives over each wrap for added flavor and garnish.
Roll the lettuce around the filling, or simply fold in half to serve as a wrap or boat.
Serve immediately as a fresh and delicious Whole30-approved meal.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
251 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 16.2 g | 21% | |
| Saturated Fat | 2.8 g | 14% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 344 mg | 15% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 21.0 g | 8% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 5.0 g | 18% | |
| Total Sugars | 5.6 g | ||
| Protein | 10.9 g | 22% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 62 mg | 5% | |
| Iron | 3.6 mg | 20% | |
| Potassium | 688 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.
