Low Fat Pesto Sandwich
Elevate your lunchtime routine with this Low Fat Pesto Sandwich, a healthy and flavorful twist on a classic favorite! Packed with vibrant ingredients like fresh basil, baby spinach, and low-fat Greek yogurt, the homemade pesto is creamy and guilt-free, offering all the bold flavors of traditional pesto with minimal fat. Layered between slices of hearty whole grain bread, the sandwich boasts a refreshing crunch from crisp cucumbers, radishes, and romaine lettuce, along with juicy tomato slices for a pop of color and taste. Ready in just 20 minutes and requiring no cooking, this recipe is perfect for a quick, nutritious meal. Whether you're meal prepping for the week or whipping up a wholesome lunch to impress, this vibrant and easy-to-make sandwich is a must-try!
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Ingredients
- 8 slices Whole grain sandwich bread
- 1 cup Fresh basil leaves
- 1 cup Baby spinach leaves
- 2 tablespoons Parmesan cheese, grated
- 1 clove Garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon Lemon juice
- 1 tablespoon Olive oil
- 2 tablespoons Low-fat Greek yogurt
- 0.25 teaspoon Salt
- 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper
- 4 Radishes, thinly sliced
- 1 medium Tomato, sliced
- 1 small Cucumber, sliced
- 4 Romaine lettuce leaves
Directions
Step 1
Start by preparing the low-fat pesto. In a food processor, add fresh basil leaves, baby spinach, grated Parmesan cheese, minced garlic, and lemon juice.
Step 2
Pulse a few times to combine the ingredients. With the motor running, slowly add olive oil and Greek yogurt until you reach a smooth consistency.
Step 3
Season the pesto with salt and pepper to taste. Set aside.
Step 4
Lightly toast the whole grain bread slices if desired.
Step 5
Spread a generous tablespoon of the prepared pesto on one side of each bread slice.
Step 6
Assemble the sandwiches by layering radish slices, tomato slices, cucumber slices, and a piece of romaine lettuce on four of the pesto-coated bread slices.
Step 7
Top each with another piece of bread to complete the sandwich.
Step 8
Slice each sandwich diagonally and serve immediately.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (1037.1g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 906.6 |
| Total Fat 27.0g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 6.4g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 1.4g | |
| Cholesterol 13.6mg | 0% |
| Sodium 2020.3mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 132.8g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 27.4g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 35.1g | |
| Protein 42.1g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 10.8IU | 0% |
| Calcium 764.4mg | 0% |
| Iron 13.2mg | 0% |
| Potassium 2333.2mg | 0% |
Source of Calories