California Asparagus Sandwich

Elevate your sandwich game with the vibrant and wholesome California Asparagus Sandwich, a delightful fusion of fresh vegetables, creamy avocado, and zesty lemon-garlic aioli. This vegetarian favorite features tender, oven-roasted asparagus drizzled with olive oil and seasoned to perfection, nestled between slices of toasted ciabatta bread. Layered with crisp baby spinach, juicy tomato, and tangy red onion, this sandwich is brought together by a luscious combination of mashed avocado and garlicky aioli. Packed with nutrients and bursting with flavor, this quick and easy recipe is perfect for lunch or a light dinner. A true California-inspired masterpiece that’s as delicious as it is nutritious!

Nutriscore Rating: 68/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:10 mins

Total Time:20 mins

Servings: 1

Ingredients

• 8 stalks asparagus
• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 0.5 teaspoon salt
• 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
• 2 slices ciabatta bread
• 0.5 avocado
• 1 teaspoon lemon juice
• 1 tablespoon mayonnaise
• 0.25 teaspoon garlic powder
• 0.5 cup baby spinach
• 2 slices tomato
• 2 thin slices red onion

Directions

Step 1

Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).

Step 2

Arrange the asparagus stalks on a baking sheet, and drizzle with olive oil. Sprinkle with salt and black pepper, then toss to coat evenly.

Step 3

Roast the asparagus in the preheated oven for 8-10 minutes, or until tender and slightly caramelized. Remove from the oven and set aside to cool slightly.

Step 4

While the asparagus cools, lightly toast the ciabatta slices in a toaster or on a skillet until golden brown.

Step 5

In a small bowl, mash the avocado with lemon juice and a pinch of salt. Set aside.

Step 6

In another small bowl, mix the mayonnaise with garlic powder to create a quick lemon-garlic aioli.

Step 7

Spread the lemon-garlic aioli on one slice of toasted ciabatta, and spread the mashed avocado on the other slice.

Step 8

Layer the sandwich by arranging baby spinach on the aioli side. Top with roasted asparagus, tomato slices, and red onion slices.

Step 9

Close the sandwich with the other slice of ciabatta, avocado side down.

Step 10

Slice the sandwich in half, if desired, and serve immediately. Enjoy this fresh, California-inspired treat!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(408.6g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	731.9

Total Fat 40.3g	0%
Saturated Fat 4.8g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.8g
Cholesterol 15mg	0%
Sodium 2257.8mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 83.4g	0%
Dietary Fiber 12.5g	0%
Total Sugars 7.0g
Protein 16.9g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 62.1mg	0%
Iron 7.5mg	0%
Potassium 688.1mg	0%

*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.

Source of Calories

Fat: 47.5%

Protein: 8.8%

Carbs: 43.7%