Low Sodium Chicken Pesto Sandwich

Elevate your lunchtime routine with this Low Sodium Chicken Pesto Sandwich—a heart-healthy twist on a classic favorite. Featuring tender grilled chicken breast and a homemade pesto made with fresh basil, garlic, unsalted almonds, and a splash of zesty lemon juice, this sandwich is bursting with rich, vibrant flavors without the extra sodium. Sandwiched between slices of toasted low-sodium whole wheat bread, it’s layered with fresh spinach leaves and juicy tomato for a satisfying, nutrient-packed meal. Ready in just 30 minutes, this recipe is perfect for a quick yet wholesome lunch that doesn’t skimp on taste. Whether you're managing your sodium intake or simply seeking a flavor-forward meal, this sandwich delivers on all fronts!

Nutriscore Rating: 77/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:10 mins

Total Time:30 mins

Servings: 1

Ingredients

• 1 piece Boneless, skinless chicken breast
• 2 tablespoons Extra virgin olive oil
• 2 cups Fresh basil leaves
• 2 cloves Garlic
• 0.25 cup Unsalted almonds
• 1 tablespoon Lemon juice
• 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper
• 2 slices Low-sodium whole wheat bread
• 0.5 cup Fresh spinach leaves
• 1 slice Tomato

Directions

Step 1

Start by making the pesto sauce. In a food processor, combine the fresh basil leaves, garlic cloves, unsalted almonds, and lemon juice.

Step 2

Pulse the mixture until finely chopped. While the food processor is running, slowly add 2 tablespoons of olive oil until the pesto is smooth and well combined.

Step 3

Season the pesto with 1/4 teaspoon of black pepper, avoiding additional salt to keep it low sodium. Set aside.

Step 4

Preheat a grill pan over medium-high heat.

Step 5

Butterfly the chicken breast for quicker, more even cooking. Brush or spray it lightly with any remaining olive oil and season with black pepper.

Step 6

Grill the chicken breast for about 5 minutes per side or until fully cooked through and well browned.

Step 7

Once cooked, let the chicken rest for a few minutes before slicing it thinly.

Step 8

Toast the slices of low-sodium whole wheat bread lightly.

Step 9

Spread a generous layer of the homemade pesto on one side of each toasted bread slice.

Step 10

Layer the grilled chicken slices on one slice of bread, followed by fresh spinach leaves and a slice of tomato.

Step 11

Close the sandwich with the second slice of bread, pesto side down.

Step 12

Cut the sandwich in half and serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(401.6g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	944.6

Total Fat 51.7g	0%
Saturated Fat 7.3g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.0g
Cholesterol 147.9mg	0%
Sodium 339.2mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 52.6g	0%
Dietary Fiber 11.5g	0%
Total Sugars 7.1g
Protein 72.2g	0%

Vitamin D 8.7IU	0%
Calcium 253.0mg	0%
Iron 6.9mg	0%
Potassium 1077.7mg	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: 48.2%

Protein: 29.9%

Carbs: 21.8%