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Packed with creamy avocado, crisp cucumber, juicy tomatoes, and a tangy herb cream cheese spread on whole wheat bread. This refreshing and healthy sandwich is a taste of the West Coast, perfect for a quick lunch.
Prepare the Herb Cream Cheese Spread
Prepare the Vegetables
Assemble the Sandwiches
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Packed with creamy avocado, crisp cucumber, juicy tomatoes, and a tangy herb cream cheese spread on whole wheat bread. This refreshing and healthy sandwich is a taste of the West Coast, perfect for a quick lunch.
This california recipe takes 15 minutes to prepare and yields 4 servings. At 563.5 calories per serving with 21.05g of protein, it's a beginner-friendly recipe perfect for lunch or brunch.
Slice and Serve
Substitute the cream cheese with a dairy-free cream cheese alternative and omit the provolone or use a vegan cheese slice.
Incorporate a layer of sliced turkey, grilled chicken, or a handful of chickpeas (lightly mashed) for a protein boost.
Use hummus, pesto, or a mashed avocado spread instead of the herb cream cheese for a different flavor profile.
Add a few slices of pickled jalapeños or a pinch of red pepper flakes to the cream cheese spread for some heat.
Try this sandwich on sourdough, rye bread, or in a whole wheat tortilla wrap.
Avocado is an excellent source of monounsaturated fats, which are known to support heart health by helping to reduce bad cholesterol levels.
The combination of whole wheat bread, fresh vegetables, and avocado provides a significant amount of dietary fiber, which aids in digestion, promotes satiety, and helps maintain stable blood sugar levels.
This sandwich is a powerhouse of nutrients, including Vitamin C from tomatoes, Vitamin K from cucumber, and B vitamins from the whole grain bread, all essential for overall health and energy.
One sandwich contains approximately 500-550 calories, depending on the specific brands of bread, cream cheese, and provolone used. It's a substantial and nutrient-dense meal.
Yes, it's a very healthy choice. It's packed with healthy monounsaturated fats from avocado, fiber from whole wheat bread and vegetables, and a variety of vitamins and minerals. It's a well-balanced vegetarian meal.
It's best served fresh to prevent the bread from getting soggy. However, you can pack it for lunch. To keep it fresh, pack the tomatoes and sprouts separately and add them just before eating. Toasting the bread also helps create a barrier against moisture.
Feel free to add other crisp vegetables like bell pepper slices, shredded carrots, radishes, or a handful of spinach or arugula for a peppery bite.
Absolutely. Use a plant-based cream cheese and either omit the provolone cheese or use your favorite brand of vegan cheese slices. The rest of the ingredients are naturally vegan.