Low Carb Pesto Sandwich

Elevate your low-carb lunch game with this irresistible Low Carb Pesto Sandwich, a perfect blend of flavor and guilt-free indulgence! This innovative recipe swaps traditional bread for fluffy, golden cloud bread made from whisked eggs and cream cheese, creating a light, gluten-free foundation. Freshly made basil pesto infuses every bite with vibrant herbaceous notes, complemented by savory chicken breast, juicy tomato slices, and crisp lettuce. Packed with protein and healthy fats, this keto-friendly sandwich is quick to prepare—ready in under an hour—and ideal for those seeking a satisfying yet diet-conscious meal. Perfect for work lunches, casual dinners, or even a gourmet picnic, this low-carb sandwich delivers on taste without compromising your wellness goals.

Nutriscore Rating: 59/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:30 mins

Total Time:50 mins

Servings: 2

Ingredients

• 3 large Eggs
• 3 tablespoons Cream Cheese
• 0.25 teaspoons Baking Powder
• 2 cups Basil Leaves
• 0.5 cups Parmesan Cheese, grated
• 2 tablespoons Pine Nuts
• 2 medium Garlic Cloves
• 0.5 cups Olive Oil
• 0.25 teaspoons Salt
• 0.25 teaspoons Pepper
• 1 small Chicken Breast, cooked and sliced
• 1 medium Tomato, sliced
• 2 large Lettuce Leaves

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 300°F (150°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.

Step 2

Separate the egg yolks and whites, placing each in a separate bowl.

Step 3

Add the cream cheese and baking powder to the egg yolks and mix them until smooth.

Step 4

In the bowl with the egg whites, beat them using an electric mixer on high until stiff peaks form.

Step 5

Gently fold the egg yolk mixture into the beaten egg whites, being careful not to deflate the mixture.

Step 6

Spoon the mixture into six equal mounds on the parchment-lined baking sheet, shaping them into circles similar in size.

Step 7

Bake for 15-20 minutes, or until the cloud bread is golden brown. Allow them to cool completely.

Step 8

While the bread is baking, prepare the pesto. In a food processor, add the basil leaves, parmesan cheese, pine nuts, garlic, salt, and pepper. Pulse until finely chopped.

Step 9

With the processor running, gradually add olive oil through the feed tube until the pesto reaches your desired consistency.

Step 10

To assemble the sandwich, spread a generous tablespoon of pesto on the inside of cloud bread slices.

Step 11

Layer with chicken slices, tomato, and lettuce leaves. Top with another piece of cloud bread.

Step 12

Secure the sandwich with a toothpick if needed, and serve immediately. Enjoy your low-carb pesto sandwich!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(634.8g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1867.1

Total Fat 169.4g	0%
Saturated Fat 41.0g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 17.1g
Cholesterol 728.5mg	0%
Sodium 1826.4mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 15.3g	0%
Dietary Fiber 3.3g	0%
Total Sugars 6.2g
Protein 73.6g	0%

Vitamin D 128IU	0%
Calcium 642.6mg	0%
Iron 6.6mg	0%
Potassium 1055.6mg	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: 81.1%

Protein: 15.7%

Carbs: 3.3%