Mother Nature's Healthy Sandwich

Elevate your lunch game with "Mother Nature's Healthy Sandwich," a colorful and nutrient-packed creation that celebrates the best of plant-based eating. This wholesome sandwich starts with hearty whole-grain bread, toasted to perfection, and layered with creamy mashed avocado seasoned with a zesty hint of lemon juice, salt, and pepper. Fresh baby spinach, crisp cucumber, juicy tomatoes, and vibrant slices of red onion and carrot add a satisfying crunch, while alfalfa sprouts provide an earthy, superfood boost. A drizzle of tangy balsamic glaze ties it all together, creating a symphony of flavors in every bite. Ready in just 10 minutes and bursting with vitamins, fiber, and healthy fats, this is the ideal quick lunch or light dinner for health-conscious food lovers.

Nutriscore Rating: 72/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:0 mins

Total Time:10 mins

Servings: 1

Ingredients

• 2 slices Whole-grain bread
• 0.5 piece Avocado
• 1 teaspoon Lemon juice
• 0.25 teaspoon Salt
• 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper
• 1 cup Baby spinach
• 0.25 piece Cucumber
• 1 small Tomato
• 0.25 piece Red onion
• 0.25 piece Carrot
• 0.5 cup Alfalfa sprouts
• 1 teaspoon Balsamic glaze

Directions

Step 1

Toast the two slices of whole-grain bread to your desired level of crispiness.

Step 2

Scoop the avocado into a bowl and mash it with a fork. Mix in the lemon juice, salt, and black pepper until well-combined.

Step 3

Spread the avocado mixture evenly over one side of each slice of toasted bread.

Step 4

Lay a handful (1 cup) of baby spinach evenly over one slice of the bread as the base layer.

Step 5

Thinly slice the cucumber, tomato, and red onion. Layer them over the spinach, ensuring even distribution.

Step 6

Shred the carrot using a grater and sprinkle it over the vegetables for extra crunch and flavor.

Step 7

Top the vegetables with alfalfa sprouts for an earthy, nutritious touch.

Step 8

Drizzle the balsamic glaze over the vegetables and sprouts for a tangy, slightly sweet flavor boost.

Step 9

Place the second slice of bread on top, avocado side down, to assemble the sandwich.

Step 10

Cut the sandwich diagonally if desired and serve immediately. Enjoy your healthy and delicious creation!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(408.7g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	358.6

Total Fat 14.1g	0%
Saturated Fat 2.3g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 1.5g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 1722.6mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 56.4g	0%
Dietary Fiber 12.4g	0%
Total Sugars 18.6g
Protein 10.2g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 110.2mg	0%
Iron 4.3mg	0%
Potassium 881.1mg	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: 32.3%

Protein: 10.4%

Carbs: 57.4%